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What is the primary difference between sea ice and icebergs?
What happens to the salt in seawater during the formation of sea ice?
What is the main difference between first-year ice and multi-year ice?
What is the term for the total area covered by sea ice?
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When does the minimum sea ice extent typically occur?
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What is the characteristic feature of Ice IV?
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Which form of ice is denser than Ice Ih?
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What is the role of sea ice in the Earth's climate system?
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What is the characteristic feature of amorphous ice?
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Which of the following forms of ice is found in some natural environments?
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What is the crystal structure of Ice VII?
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What is the characteristic feature of Ice IX?
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What is the primary purpose of using ice charts in navigation?
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What is the benefit of using icebreaker escorts for navigation?
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Why is it essential to maintain a safe speed when navigating through ice-covered waters?
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What is the advantage of using satellite imagery in navigation?
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Why is it important to continuously monitor the vessel's surroundings when navigating through ice-covered waters?
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What is the primary reason sea ice is important for the planet's climate system?
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What is the main difference between Arctic and Antarctic sea ice?
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What is the benefit of using vessels with ice-class capabilities?
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What is the impact of climate change on Arctic sea ice?
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What method do scientists use to study sea ice dynamics?
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What is Ice I, the most common type of ice on Earth, characterized by?
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What is the characteristic of Ice III that differentiates it from Ice I?
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What is the primary purpose of using ice radar and sonar systems on a vessel?
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Why is it crucial for vessels to maintain regular communication with icebreaker services and other vessels in the area?
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What is the primary purpose of taking ice thickness measurements on a vessel?
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What is essential for ensuring safe navigation through icy waters?
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Why is it important to comply with international and regional regulations regarding navigation in icy waters?
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What is required for safe navigation through sea ice?
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