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Why does the snow that forms a glacier change into ice?
simple . . it's because the glacier melted . . . The snow actually forms a glacier through a long process...a metamorphosis of sorts. Snow (which is an ice crystal) falls in an area that stays cold enough year round that snow doesn't totally melt in the summer. There has to be a large accumulation of snow and it must be in a place that isn't prone to avalanches or severe enough wind to blow the snow away. Or (as in the poles, the snow that falls stays because it stays cold enough that the snow doesn't melt all year.) Over a period of time, new layers of snow pile on top of previous snows, some parts melt so the layers pack more and more tightly. The transformation becomes known as firn. Eventually the firn transforms into a solid bluish mass filled with air bubbles. It can take a few decades or much longer.
Identify two regions in which snow accumulates year after year?
Two regions where snow accumulates year after year are the Arctic region and the Antarctic region. These areas experience extremely cold temperatures, leading to the formation of snow that accumulates over time. Snow in these regions plays a crucial role in maintaining their unique ecosystems and climate patterns.
Does it snow in mooresville NC?
Yes, Mooresville, NC does receive snow during the winter months, typically between December and February. However, snowfall amounts can vary from year to year, with some winters seeing more snow than others.
When does ground snow melt in fairbanks?
Ground snow in Fairbanks typically starts melting in late April to early May as temperatures rise above freezing consistently. However, the exact timing can vary each year depending on weather conditions.
How many inches of snow in Ma this year?
On average, Massachusetts receives about 40-50 inches of snow per year, with significant variation depending on location and year. It would be best to check real-time data for the current year to get an accurate measure.
Is there snow on Mt Rainier year 'round?
Yes, there are many glaciers on the mountain above about 8,000 feet where snow and ice don't melt. Hundreds of inches fall every year on Paradise Ranger station which is around 5500 feet, and it often doesn't completely melt until late June or July at that elevation. But it does all melt. You have to get above 7-8 thousand feet, depending on the year, to find snow that does not melt.
How long does snow on mountain tops stay?
On mountains with the highest peaks, snow and ice remains year-round; it never fully melts. In lower elevations, snow would behave according to the temperature. In warm spring time, lower elevation snow melts and feeds streams. Ice will also break up and melt.
What do polar bears do daily?
Polar bears do not have a routine like humans do. What a polar bear does in a day is never the same. There are numerous days where a polar bear is just travelling, not eating, or waiting out a snow storm. It all depends on the bear and the time of year, among many other things.
Why does the snow that forms glaciers form into ice?
simple . . it's because the glacier melted . . . The snow actually forms a glacier through a long process...a metamorphosis of sorts. Snow (which is an ice crystal) falls in an area that stays cold enough year round that snow doesn't totally melt in the summer. There has to be a large accumulation of snow and it must be in a place that isn't prone to avalanches or severe enough wind to blow the snow away. Or (as in the poles, the snow that falls stays because it stays cold enough that the snow doesn't melt all year.) Over a period of time, new layers of snow pile on top of previous snows, some parts melt so the layers pack more and more tightly. The transformation becomes known as firn. Eventually the firn transforms into a solid bluish mass filled with air bubbles. It can take a few decades or much longer.
How does a mountaintop stay covered in snow all year round?
it stays so freakin cold up there that it doesn't even get a chance to melt:)
Which river in the northern US floods almost every year due to ice jams and snow melt?
The Red River is notorious for its flooding.
What time of year does it snow in sierra Leone?
Never.
What is the respiratory rate of a bear?
Depends if it is a wild or tamed bear, the kind of bear and the time of the year as well as the climate zone
What time of year do floods occur?
usually during the summer when it's dry, not in the winter when it's snowy. Or in the spring when all the snow melts. Answer: It depends on your location: * during monsoon season * during the rainy seasons, usually spring * during the snow melt * during freak storms
How do you explain how snow turns into water to 2 year olds?
You explain this: "When the clouds get really cold, stuff drops from them. That stuff is snow."
Why does the snow that forms a glacier change into ice?
simple . . it's because the glacier melted . . . The snow actually forms a glacier through a long process...a metamorphosis of sorts. Snow (which is an ice crystal) falls in an area that stays cold enough year round that snow doesn't totally melt in the summer. There has to be a large accumulation of snow and it must be in a place that isn't prone to avalanches or severe enough wind to blow the snow away. Or (as in the poles, the snow that falls stays because it stays cold enough that the snow doesn't melt all year.) Over a period of time, new layers of snow pile on top of previous snows, some parts melt so the layers pack more and more tightly. The transformation becomes known as firn. Eventually the firn transforms into a solid bluish mass filled with air bubbles. It can take a few decades or much longer.
What time of year does a grizzly bear have its young?
during spring
