Thwaites Glacier is a massive glacier located in West Antarctica. It covers an area of about 192,000 square kilometers and is one of the largest glaciers in the world. Thwaites is particularly important because it is melting rapidly due to climate change, contributing to rising sea levels. Scientists study Thwaites Glacier to understand its behavior and the potential impact on global sea levels. If it were to collapse completely, it could raise sea levels by over three meters. This makes Thwaites a key focus for researchers concerned about the effects of global warming on our planet.