Scientists took 232 gravity readings across a Utah mountain and discovered 1.55 million cubic metres of ice hidden beneath loose rock, enough frozen water to fill about 600 Olympic swimming pools
Scientists discovered 1.55 million cubic metres of ice hidden beneath loose rock in a Utah mountain, enough to fill about 600 Olympic swimming pools. The finding was made using 232 gravity readings across the mountain. Researchers from the University of Utah mapped the hidden ice in a 3D model.
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- ✓ Scientists took 232 gravity readings across a Utah mountain and discovered 1.55 million cubic metres of ice hidden beneath loose rock, enough frozen water to fill about 600 Olympic swimming pools.
- ✓ University of Utah researchers were involved in the discovery and mapping of the hidden ice.
What changed
University of Utah scientists developed a 3D map of the hidden Timpanogos Rock Glacier, providing more detailed information about the extent of the ice.
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Utah mountain hides 1.55 million cubic metres of ice
Scientists discovered 1.55 million cubic metres of ice hidden beneath loose rock in a Utah mountain, enough to fill about 600 Olympic swimming pools. The finding was made using 232 gravity readings across the mountain. Researchers from the University of Utah mapped the hidden ice in a 3D model.
Why it matters
The discovery of hidden ice in Utah's mountains has significant implications for understanding the state's water resources. The finding could help scientists better predict water availability and manage water resources in the region. Utah's mountain ranges are believed to store a large amount of hidden ice, potentially up to a billion tons.
What is confirmed
- Scientists took 232 gravity readings across a Utah mountain and discovered 1.55 million cubic metres of ice hidden beneath loose rock, enough frozen water to fill about 600 Olympic swimming pools.
- University of Utah researchers were involved in the discovery and mapping of the hidden ice.
Still unconfirmed
- Utah's mountains may be hiding a billion tons of ice.
What to watch next
- Further research on the extent of hidden ice in Utah's mountain ranges
- Analysis of the implications of the discovery for water resource management in the region
confidence 90%Sources used for this update (5)
- The Times of India — Scientists took 232 gravity readings across a Utah mountain and discovered 1.55 million cubic metres of ice hidden beneath loose rock, enough frozen water to fill about 600 Olympic swimming pools
- KSL News — U. researchers find possible water source in Mount Timpanogos rock glacier
- The Salt Lake Tribune — Utah’s mountains may be hiding a billion tons of ice
- ABC4 Utah — University of Utah scientists develop 3D map of hidden Timpanogos Rock Glacier
- Phys.org — Utah mountain ranges may store a billion tons of hidden ice
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