Glacial geology
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-005974
The branch of geology that studies the processes and landforms associated with glaciers and ice sheets, both past and present. It investigates the erosional and depositional effects of ice, as well as the climatic conditions that lead to glaciation. This field provides insights into Earth's paleoclimate and geomorphological history.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-005974 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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