Glaciers form whereever the snow that falls in a winter isn't able to melt completely during the summer before more snow falls. It eventually compresses into ice and accumulates.
because they only form in cold places
No, continental glaciers form in areas that have cold temperatures all year.
In areas with cold temperatures year-round, continental glaciers and polar glaciers form. Continental glaciers, such as those found in Antarctica and Greenland, cover vast land areas and are characterized by thick ice sheets. Polar glaciers, typically found in high-altitude regions or near the poles, are smaller and often confined to valleys. Both types of glaciers accumulate snow in cold conditions, leading to the compaction and transformation of that snow into ice over time.
Glaciers can form various shapes, including valley glaciers, ice sheets, and ice caps. Valley glaciers form in mountain valleys, while ice sheets cover vast areas of land. Ice caps are smaller ice masses that are typically dome-shaped and found in polar regions.
The small glaciers that exist in high mountainous areas were called mountain glaciers or cirque glaciers.
Yes, the formation of glaciers is directly controlled by climate. Glaciers form in areas where snowfall exceeds snowmelt and evaporation, allowing the snow to accumulate and eventually compress into ice. A colder climate with consistent snowfall and cool temperatures is necessary for glaciers to form and grow.
They both form usually in areas of high elevation in areas that get more snowfall than could melt in the summer.
Glaciers acted as barriers, limiting movement for both people and animals. Glaciers could block pathways, forcing individuals to find alternate routes to travel. As glaciers retreated, they opened up new areas for habitation and migration.
its not mountain glaciers but its valley glaciers
Glaciers can form U shaped valleys.
mountain glaciers
Valley Glaciers :)