OIB: Across the Ross

The video discusses a NASA mission to survey the Ross Sea using laser and radar technology. The mission aims to understand the movement and thickness of sea ice, which is crucial as the Ross Sea is one of the few areas where sea ice coverage is increasing. The NASA P3 aircraft conducted the survey, encountering challenges like icebergs and fog. The data collected will help determine if the increased ice area corresponds to a greater volume of ice.

What challenges did the team face during their mission in the Ross Sea?

Why is the Ross Sea considered an important area for studying sea ice coverage?