Icebergs: floating chunks of ice. True, but whoa there. Scientists are learning that there's a lot more to icebergs. Appropriately enough, we've only come to understand the tip of the iceberg and recent research shows there's plenty more to uncover.
# Stuff You Should Know: How Icebergs Work
Josh and Chuck dive deep into the fascinating science of icebergs in this episode, exploring everything from how these massive chunks of freshwater ice form off glaciers to why they're actually less dense than water and therefore float. They'll walk you through the surprising variety of iceberg shapes and sizes, from adorably-named "growlers" and "bergy bits" to the massive B-15 that was the size of Jamaica, plus reveal some wild ecological benefits icebergs provide to ocean life and how they might even help solve freshwater shortages. It's a perfect episode to cozy up with some hot cocoa and learn why these floating giants are way more complex and important than just ship hazards.
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