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Sea Ice

Photo of sea ice and location of sea ice in canadian coastal areasSimply put, sea ice is any form of ice that is found at sea and has originated from the freezing of sea water. The formation and movement of sea ice is controlled by various atmospheric and oceanographic parameters including air temperature, winds, ocean currents and bathymetry.

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