The Larsen B Ice Shelf is a large floating ice shelf located on the eastern side of the Antarctic Peninsula. It covers an area of approximately 12,000 square kilometers and is made up of thick ice that extends from the land into the ocean. The ice shelf plays a crucial role in stabilizing the glaciers behind it, preventing them from flowing rapidly into the sea. In March 2002, a significant portion of the Larsen B Ice Shelf collapsed, losing about 3,250 square kilometers of ice in just a few weeks. This event was attributed to rising temperatures and changing climatic conditions in the region. The collapse raised concerns about the potential impact on global sea levels and the health of the surrounding ecosystem.