water n ice
how much ice has to melt to change the conveyer belt of the atlantic that makes europe warmer than n. america?
how much fresh, cold water would have to be put into the atlantic ocean via the melting of ice to cause a change to the ‘conveyer belt of the atlantic’ that takes warmer tropical water, brings it up next to the western coast of europe, including the UK to a point whereby the western coast of europe and the UK will experience famine as a result of colder weather?
for example, must all of the north pole melt? how much ice is on greenland that would cause this to happen? wouldn’t much of greenland’s melted ice just flow as water into the ground?
how many icebergs must melt?
is there change that all of the ice on antarctica would melt? how much climate change would melt all of that ice, and what would the result be down under the equator?
A lot of questions, I’ll see what I can do…
The Gulf Stream is a complicated one and no-one knows what effect, if any, global warming will have. There is a theory that meltwater runoff from the Arctic and Greenland Ice Caps could interupt the Gulf Stream. Unfortunately this isn’t something that can be tested in practice so a lot of it is based on guess work.
The Gulf Stream is part of the larger Thermohaline Circulation (also called Meridional Overturning Circulation or MOC for short). The Gulf Stream (also known as the Atlantic Conveyor), is probably the most well known of the ocean currents but there are several other. These currents are driven by the density of the water which is affected by two things – salinity and temperature (thermo = temperature, haline = salt). A change in either could impact on the Gulf Stream but the two are in conflict. I’ll explain…
Meltwater is cold and fresh, in comparison the oceans are warm and salty. Cold water is more dense than warm water so the meltwater would flow UNDER the Gulf Stream but at the same time, freshwater is less dense than saltwater so would flow OVER the Gulf Stream. What may happen is effectively a head on collision between meltwater and Gulf Stream, this could be enough to knock the Gulf Stream off course and divert it elsewhere or it could push it backwards so that, for example, the warmer waters are only carried as far as the Mid Atlantic.
If the Gulf Stream were ‘switched off’ or diverted then the coastal regions of northwest Europe would see a temperature drop of up to 10 degrees Celsius. Living conditions would change but there wouldn’t be famine. The countries that would be affected are well developed and have the ability to import food as needs be. The decline in crop production could partially be offset by an increase in livestock farming.
As for how much melting would be needed – no-one knows, a substantial amount and probably considerably more than there is at present.
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Almost all of Greenland is a frozen mass, the melting that occurs is on the surface and the meltwater can’t penetrate the ground because of the ice underneath, instead it forms rivers and streams that flow over the ice and through passages in the ice. There is also melting around the edges, the meltwater here enters the ocean sraight away.
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There’s no chance that all of Antarctica will melt – not for a very long time. The Antarctic interior is bitterly cold and very substantial temperature rises would be needed to melt the ice in these regions. Even if we did everything possible to try and melt the ice it would take thousands of years.
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Have Water and Ice at the Your Fingertips With the Newair Ai-400sb Water Dispenser and Icemaker
Studies have shown that almost 80% of Americans are walking around dehydrated. Many of us drink too much caffeinated coffee, soda, or energy drinks, and these can cause our bodies to lose water. This is a cause for concern because water is necessary for our bodies to digest and absorb vitamins and nutrients. Moreover, water detoxifies the liver and kidneys, and also carries waste away from the body.
There are also several other benefits to keeping your body well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water, and a steady dose of 8 glasses per day (or ½ your body weight in ounces of water) can increase your mental clarity, improve your energy, keep your skin healthy, and allow for proper digestion. In addition, if you’re trying to lose weight, water has been shown to be a natural appetite suppressant, and many doctors note that people often mistake hunger for thirst.
Therefore, we should all strive to increase our water intake. Bottled water is a great way to ensure proper hydration, but over time, this may prove to be expensive. For homes or offices, renting or purchasing your own personal water cooler may be a more economical way to quench your thirst.
Renting a Water Cooler
In the past, water coolers, or water dispensers, were wall-mounted and provided non-filtered water from a municipal water source. However, modern water coolers now feature purified water that is often delivered to a location on a regular basis with empty bottles being taken away. This water is then dispensed through a free-standing water cooler, and rental fees can cost anywhere from $5 to $20 a month, depending on how much water you receive and what type of dispenser you choose.
The obvious benefit of renting a water cooler is having fresh water regularly delivered to you, and many water companies also offer cooler maintenance. Therefore, if your cooler malfunctions, the company distributing your water and cooler will most likely perform repairs for you. If you choose this method of acquiring your water and water cooler, be sure to inquire about what’s included with the monthly fee, as well as the following questions:
1. What is the charge for water delivery beyond the regular amount?
2. Are damages included and will the cooler be replaced at no charge?
3. Is there a fee associated with cancelling service?
4. Does the company offer a discount for supplying your own water cooler stand and just have the water delivered?
NewAir AI-400SB Water Dispenser and Ice Maker
For those who wish to purchase their own water cooler instead of renting one, many options are available, ranging from the most basic models which simply dispense room temperature water to models with advanced features such as ice makers. Our products were able to test out one such model — the New Air AI-400SB. This sleek and compact appliance not only featured hot and cold water dispensing, but it also had the ability to produce up to 28 pounds of ice per day. No water lines or drains were needed, as this water dispenser was compatible with either 3 or 5 gallon water bottles which can either be purchased from a retail store or delivered from a water company as noted above.
In addition to its convenient ice-making capability, the AI-400SB could also dispense hot or room temperature water, and its hot water safety guard prevented burns. LED indicator lights made this unit extremely easy to use, and a low-water safety device ensured proper use. Although this unit retailed for a little over $300, by comparing rental costs and the different features this unit has to offer, over time, our product team it was well worth the price.
About the Author
More Information on the NewAir AI-400SB Icemaker and Water Dispenser: http://www.air-n-water.com/product/AI-400SB.html
Jeanie Wong is a marketing writer and product editor with extensive knowledge of
ice makers
and other home appliances.
Yall, my friend is trapped n his house…?
All the doors 2 his house are frozen shut. And he can’t get out..hes tried a blowdryer and pouring hot water on the ice. What should he do?? He can climb through the window but thats the only way he can get out
does your friends house not have gutters? when that happened to our back door, we used front door and waited till spring for back door to thaw. If he has no gutters, he’ll have to go outdoors and chip ice off. Once door is open, he will have to temporarily nail or screw piece of wood over the door to deflect water around the door…….good luck
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