Glacier Dynamics
Glaciers are shrinking due to global warming, with their formation dependent on both cold temperatures and sufficient snowfall. There are two main types of glaciers: alpine glaciers, which form in mountain ranges, and continental glaciers, or ice sheets. These glaciers exist in a delicate balance between accumulation and ablation zones, where snow accumulation and melting rates dictate their movement and longevity.In this clip
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Episode 129: Glaciers, Ice, and Groundwater
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