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A NASA RADARSAT image of the surface of Antarctica's Lake Vostok, depicted as the smooth area in the center. Satellite radar signals can penetrate through over 12,000 feet (3650 meters) of ice and snow to reveal the concealed lake beneath.
2012: Exploring the Mysteries of Lake Vostok Under Antarctic Ice

Lake Vostok, a subglacial lake beneath Antarctica's ice, offers insights into ancient ecosystems and raises questions about life in extreme environments

A NASA satellite composite image showing Antarctica centered on the South Pole, with the continent covered in ice, snow, and glaciers, and sea ice encompassing major bays and inlets
c. 35 Million BCE: Antarctica’s Dynamic Geological History

Antarctica, often perceived as a remote icy land, has undergone significant changes over time. Originally part of Gondwana and later Pangea, it separated from Australia around 35 million years ago, leading to the formation of [...]