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Descent Into the Ice

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The following resources from the companion Web site accompany this program:

Vanishing Into Thin Air
Discover whether it matters that mountain glaciers are disappearing, not just on Mont Blanc but around the world. (Grades 9-12)

Glacier Hazards From Space
View satellite images of glaciers worldwide that have undergone dramatic and sometimes dangerous transformations. (Flash plug-in required; non-Flash version available.) (Grades 9-12)

Outfitting an Ice Climber
Click on various parts of one ice climber's technical wardrobe to learn what he wears and why. (Flash plug-in required; non-Flash version available.) (Grades 6-8, 9-12)

Life Cycle of a Glacier
Follow the journey of a single snowflake as it takes a 30,000-year glacial ride. (Flash plug-in required; non-Flash version available.) (Grades 6-8, 9-12)

Watch a Preview
View a preview of this week's program. (Running time: 2:05) (QuickTime or RealVideo plug-in required.)

Teacher's Guide
In this classroom activity, students investigate the phase change of water turning into ice. (Grades 6-8)

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Program Transcript
Complete narration for the TV program.

Teacher's Guide
Descent Into the Ice
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