Introduction to the Physics of the Cryosphere: 2nd Edition

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The cryosphere includes all regions of the Earth that are frozen at some point in the year. We know that the cryosphere is changing with the climate from observations made both on the surface and from space. However, we need physics to understand why these changes are happening. This book will describe the basic physics associated with changes from liquid to water to ice, the role of salt in sea ice, factors governing the structure of snow crystals and its relevance in remote sensing. The book will take a peek into the effects of climate change on this vulnerable ecosystem.