Hidden lake and canyons found deep below Antarctic ice

Antarctica is slowly revealing more of its secrets as a team of scientists has collected more evidence that could reveal a hidden lake deep below the icy surface.

Scientists, presenting at the European Geosciences Union in Vienna last week, revealed data that indicates the existence of a canyon system beneath Princess Elizabeth Land on the Eastern coast of the continent. The researchers predict that a large subglacial lake runs through that system.

If true, the discovery of the lake could help fill in gaps about one of the most enigmatic areas of Antarctica....
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