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In this microscopic view of a
thin section of natural sea ice, note the open spaces
within the ice matrix (sea ice is porous, unlike freshwater ice). Ice algae (diatoms) live within these open spaces. These pigmented organisms discolor the bottom layer of ice cores.
(Photo by Christopher Krembs, University of Washington)
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Posted: June 20, 2008
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