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❄️ Cryosphere & Polar Ice

Planet-scale ice systems — sea ice, permafrost and polar ice cores — the frozen half of the climate system, at the scale of decades and continents rather than a lab bench.

4 simulations60 fps real-time0 install steps

Polar Ice DynamicsSea-ice growth and melt couples to surface albedo feedback — set seasonal insolation and CO₂…

Arctic Ice SimulationNewModel the seasonal growth and retreat of Arctic sea ice under changing climate conditions.

Permafrost ThawNewSet annual and summer air temperatures, thermal conductivity and latent heat, then animate a…

Ice Core RecordNewExplore how Antarctic and Greenland ice cores preserve 800,000 years of climate history in…

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Cryosphere & Polar Ice

Planet-scale ice systems — sea ice, permafrost and polar ice cores — the frozen half of the climate system, at the scale of decades and continents rather than a lab bench.

Three.js · WebGL 60 FPS CC BY 4.0

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4interactive simulations in this category

⚡runs at 60 FPS in any modern browser

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need to install anything to run Cryosphere & Polar Ice simulations?▾

No. Everything runs entirely in your browser — no downloads, plugins or accounts. Works in Chrome, Firefox, Edge and Safari; most simulations also work on mobile.

Can I use these simulations for teaching?▾

Yes — all content is free for educational use under CC BY 4.0. Link to any simulation directly or embed it in your LMS with an iframe; no API key required.

Are the models scientifically accurate?▾

They use the same mathematical formulations as professional software, integrated numerically in real time. Each simulation lists its algorithms, and many link to an article explaining the mathematics.

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