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How to Pack for an Arctic Summer Expedition
By Wynne Parry published
For a team of paleontologists heading off to the Arctic, packing is a science.
Cause of Odd Arctic Ozone 'Hole' Found
By Stephanie Pappas published
The Arctic narrowly avoided an ozone hole in late winter and early spring of 2011.
Chilling! Arctic Air Invasion Captured in Animation
By Andrea Thompson published
Frigid air surges back and forth across the US.
Photographer on Arctic Trek Snags Stunning Northern Lights Photos
By Douglas Main published
The photographer suffered mild frostbite to get the shots.
Rare Research Opportunity in Arctic Extended to U.S. Students
By Dena Headlee published
High school students from several states traveled across the world to study with a team of international researchers.
Why the Arctic Is Becoming a 'Giant Slushie'
By Wynne Parry published
A storm earlier this month as well as a long-term trend toward thinning contributed, scientists say.
Photo: 'White Marble' Shows Arctic View of Earth
By Live Science Staff published
A newly launched polar-orbiting satellite snapped the picture.
Toxic Mercury Accumulates in Arctic
By Live Science Staff published
Rivers in the Arctic are contributing twice as much Mercury than previously thought.
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