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Glacial Processes and Climate Change

Glacial processes refer to the physical and chemical interactions between glaciers and their environment, including erosion, deposition, and the movement of ice. Climate change, driven by human activities and natural factors, influences these processes by altering temperature and precipitation patterns, leading to glacier retreat, changes in sea level, and impacts on ecosystems.

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Glacial processes play a crucial role in shaping our planet's landscapes and ecosystems. Glaciers form from accumulated snow and ice, moving slowly and eroding the land beneath them. As climate change accelerates, these glaciers are melting at unprecedented rates, leading to significant consequences...

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Key Terms

Glacier
A large mass of ice that moves slowly over land.

Example: The Greenland Ice Sheet is a massive glacier.

Erosion
The process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface.

Example: Glaciers erode mountains as they move.

Climate Change
Long-term changes in temperature and weather patterns.

Example: Climate change is causing glaciers to melt faster.

Sea Level Rise
The increase in the level of the world's oceans due to melting ice and thermal expansion.

Example: Sea level rise threatens coastal cities.

Greenhouse Gases
Gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to global warming.

Example: Carbon dioxide is a major greenhouse gas.

Feedback Loop
A process where an initial change causes further changes, often amplifying the effect.

Example: Melting ice reduces reflectivity, leading to more warming.

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Key Concepts

Glacier FormationErosionClimate ImpactSea Level Rise