Vanishing Alpine glacier reveals 2,000 years of fires, mining and eruptions

A remarkable ice core from the Alps has revealed a comprehensive climate timeline spanning 2,000 years. It documents early instances of metal smelting, extensive forest fires, and even volcanic ash from distant eruptions. This icy archive acts as a vital record of air quality in Europe before ind...

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