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How thick is the ice sheet of Antarctica at its thickest point?

About 4,800 meters

Background

The ice in Antarctica is about 4,800 meters thick at its thickest point. That is taller than many mountains in the Alps. Under the ice, a whole mountain range with lakes and valleys is hidden. If the ice melted, the sea level would rise by about 58 meters.

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