Thermokarst Lakes (IMAGE)

University of Alaska Fairbanks

Thermokarst Lakes

Caption

Found in the Arctic and cold mountain regions, thermokarst lakes occur as permafrost thaws and creates surface depressions that fill with melted freshwater, converting what was previously frozen land into lakes. Pictured: A close-up look at a small arctic thermokarst lake.

Credit

UAF photo courtesy of Katey Walter Anthony

Usage Restrictions

The University of Alaska Fairbanks makes high-resolution photographs available to the news media for non-commercial uses only. All uses are for one-time, exclusive use in one publication or production only. Due credit will be given to the photographer whose name is provided.

License

Licensed content

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.