Antarctic sea ice refers to the frozen seawater that forms in the Southern Ocean surrounding Antarctica. This sea ice plays a critical role in the Earth's climate system and has several important characteristics: 1. **Formation**: Antarctic sea ice typically forms during the winter months (from March to September) when temperatures drop and seawater freezes. Its extent can vary significantly throughout the year, reaching a maximum in September and a minimum in February.
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