Tabjärjekordi

Tabjärjekordi, also known as tabular icebergs, are a type of iceberg that forms in the Weddell Sea off the coast of Antarctica. They are characterized by their flat, tabular shape, which is a result of the unique conditions in the Weddell Sea. The sea is covered by a thick layer of sea ice, which provides a stable platform for the icebergs to form. The icebergs are typically about 200 meters thick and can be several kilometers in length.

Tabjärjekordi are formed when the sea ice breaks off from the coast and floats out to sea. The icebergs are then pushed around by the wind and ocean currents, eventually becoming grounded on the continental shelf. The tabular shape of the icebergs is maintained by the fact that they are composed of a single layer of ice, rather than being made up of multiple layers of ice that have been stacked on top of each other.

Tabjärjekordi are of interest to scientists because they provide a unique opportunity to study the properties of ice. The flat surface of the icebergs makes them easier to study than other types of icebergs, and the fact that they are composed of a single layer of ice means that they can be used to study the processes that occur within a single layer of ice.

Tabjärjekordi are also of interest to sailors and other maritime users because they can pose a hazard to navigation. The flat surface of the icebergs can make them difficult to spot, and the fact that they are grounded on the continental shelf means that they can remain in the same location for long periods of time. As a result, it is important for mariners to be aware of the presence of tabjärjekordi when navigating in the Weddell Sea.