第42次南极考察丨“雪龙”号大洋队开始大洋考察作业

Group 1 - The core mission of the "Snow Dragon" vessel is to conduct the 42nd Antarctic expedition, focusing on ocean ecosystem investigations in the Amundsen Sea and surrounding areas [1][2] - The expedition team consists of 31 members from 12 domestic research institutions and universities, aiming to enhance understanding of key species and ecological structures in the target marine area [1] - The investigation will include comprehensive oceanographic surveys, seabed topography studies, and monitoring of hydrological, meteorological, biological, and chemical parameters [1] Group 2 - The Amundsen Sea region is significantly affected by global climate change, with notable ice cap and ice shelf melting, making it a focal point for international Antarctic research on climate change [2] - Since 2018, China has conducted multi-disciplinary investigations in the Amundsen Sea for eight consecutive years, providing valuable data for assessing the impact of global climate change on marine ecosystems [2] - The current expedition will utilize advanced technologies, including new ecological mooring arrays and domestic unmanned detection equipment, to enhance the comprehensive investigation of the Antarctic marine environment [2]