Glaciers

question 38

Multiple Choice

Glaciers

• A) Flow plastically down gradient, either down the slope of the land surface or in the direction of thicker ice to thinner ice.
• B) Are stationary features that "grow" because of the addition of snow and ice to their down slope edge.
• C) Are most likely to flow during the winter, as snow and ice accumulate on top.
• D) Depend upon lubrication from glacial flour for smooth, steady, down gradient movement.

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