It allows scientists to measure a variety of ice behaviors at conditions that are applicable to both terrestrial glaciers and icy moon surfaces. (sciencedaily.com)
This means it is well within the bounds of normal sea ice behavior to see some increase after last year's record low. (nsidc.org)
And it also explains why I won't take a 50/50 bet about Arctic ice behavior in nine years, even while I will advocate for a transition to an energy menu that works for the long haul. (dotearth.blogs.nytimes.com)