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What is the name of the glacial landform that is characterized a large amphitheater-shaped area in the higher elevations of mountains that are now once once were the site of mountain glaciers?
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Where do you find alpine glaciers?
The alpine glaciers are high in the mountains.
What glaciers create cirques on sides of mountains?
alpine glaciers
Are there any glaciers in Kansas?
No. There are no glaciers in Kansas. The climate is too warm and there are certainly no mountains.
Are there glaciers on Fiji island mountains?
There are no glaciers on Fiji. It's too warm for a start.
Name 5 landforms found in the US?
canyons, oceans, volcanoes, mountains, glaciers
Are glaciers only found in the Arctic and the Antarctic?
No. Glaciers are found in higher elevations where the ice can survive colder than 32 degrees F. Most high mountains in the world host permanent glaciers.
In what direction do continental glaciers move?
Glaciers move from areas of higher elevations to areas of lower elevations until they meet the sea or melt.
What are glaciers found in mountains called?
mountain glaciers
What is the most common source of erosion in the high elevations of the Swiss Alps?
glaciers
Where do you find alpine glaciers?
The alpine glaciers are high in the mountains.
What glaciers create cirques on sides of mountains?
alpine glaciers
What are glaciers formed in mountains called?
Cirque glaciers.
What is Long narrow glaciers that form between mountains?
Valley Glaciers!
What type of glaciers can create cirques on the side of mountains?
valley glaciers
Does the Rocky Mountains have glaciers?
yes
What are long narrow glaciers form between mountains and are common in the Alps and the Andes.?
valley glaciers
How are continental and valley glaciers?
Continental glaciers are thicker and larger. Valley glaciers are formed on mountains; continental glaciers are formed on flat land.
