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Ice Ages

Caused by long periods of reduced atmospheric and surface temperature, widespread continental glaciation and cooling are called Ice Ages or Glacial Ages. Questions about the most recent and current geologic period, the Quaternary, and other ice ages are what this category is all about.

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How long can someone survive trapped in ice?

In freezing water you would likely be unconscious within 15 minutes and dead within 45.

In water up to 50 degrees you would lose consciousness in 30-60 minutes and die within 1-3 hours.

Even 70-80 degree water can kill you if in it for several hours.

Note that this time is extremely different depending on the health conditions, sex, age, psychic conditions, training, etc.

Water temperature: 32 degrees or below

Time until exhaustion or unconsciousness: Less than 15 minutes

Expected time of survival in the water: Less than 15 to 45 minutes

Water temperature: 32.5 to 40 degrees (the degrees are Fahrenheit)

Time until exhaustion or unconsciousness: 15 to 30 minutes

Expected time of survival in the water: 30 to 90 minutes

Water temperature: 40 to 50 degrees

Time until exhaustion or unconsciousness: 30 to 60 minutes

Expected time of survival in the water: 1 to 3 hours

Water temperature: 50 to 60 degrees

Time until exhaustion or unconsciousness: 1 to 2 hours

Expected time of survival in the water: 1 to 6 hours

Water temperature: 60 to 70 degrees

Time until exhaustion or unconsciousness: 2 to 7 hours

Expected time of survival in the water: 2 to 40 hours

Water temperature: 70 to 80 degrees

Time until exhaustion or unconsciousness: 3 to 12 hours

Expected time of survival in the water: 3 hours to indefinite

People can survive indefinitely in water temperatures above 80 degrees.

What does maroo look like in maroo of the winter caves?

niche

sulkily

foreleg

rivals

(etc.)

here's a really good link-- it has vocab words-- hope this helped :)

teacherweb.com/CA/MillerMiddleSchool/.../MarooVocab2010-11.doc‎

When was the last mini ice age?

Most scientists believe that the most recent Ice Age ended in 10,000 B.C. There are a few modern scientists that belief we are currently seeing the end of the last Ice Age. Their argument is based on the fact that glaciers still exist in both the northern and southern hemispheres. Since, there is evidence the Antarctic was once green and is now a glacier covered wasteland, that the earth's current warming trend is part of this global recovery. {See creation science websites for more details on this new theory.}

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It's likely we are still in the Ice Age: the date above, which should be BP for geological references, not BC (that's for history) being that of the nominal end of the last glaciation.

An Ice Age is a sequence lasting a few million years of cool and warm phases, and we are presently in a warm phase which may have a way to go before it starts to reverse to a glacial phase. The Earth's climate overall is still significantly cooler, with consequent lower sea-level, than it has been for much of geological time.

What do sea levels do during an ice age?

During an ice age, sea levels typically drop because a significant amount of water becomes locked up in glaciers and ice sheets on land. As the ice sheets expand, they draw water from the oceans, causing sea levels to decrease.

How many years after the end of the ice age was Jesus born?

The ice age ended around 8000 BC. This should give you an idea of the time

What did they do for clothes and shelter in the ice age?

they made their clothes out of cotton and whatever material they found in those days , did they really had a ice age I mean like im not from America im from the Caribbean anyway you all are just weird sometimes with your home work don't find this question useful hard luck if you cant find it or take this note better than nothing so yeah hope you get an aplus and yeah one more thing do you all have a pre school and primary school and high school joined in one anyway forgot you all don't use those language an d you all have your own ways anyways just forget about thid

How did humans adapt their diets during the ice age?

They ate mammoth,deer, and meat from animals.(: '' Hope It Helped!"

What is a Saale?

A Saale is one of the glaciations of Northern Europe, a geological event during the most recent major Ice Age.

I- there going to be an ice age 5?

At the ending of Ice Age 4 Continental Drift, when the squirrel unplugged the island and ended up in the desert, there was no indication there would be a sequel.

Where did the last ice age peak?

The last glacial maximum was about 21,000 years ago.

True or false during an ice age land can move and specific areas can be permanently changed?

False. During an ice age, the movement of landmasses (plate tectonics) continues, but the specific changes caused by glaciation are not permanent. As ice sheets advance and retreat, they can reshape the landscape by eroding and depositing material, but once the ice melts, the land gradually assumes its previous form.

How can age affect relearning of speech and mobility?

Age can affect relearning of speech and mobility by potentially slowing down the process due to cognitive decline or physical limitations that may come with aging. Older individuals may require more time and support to regain speech and mobility skills compared to younger individuals. However, with patience, practice, and appropriate rehabilitation strategies, relearning can still be successful regardless of age.

How does age affect speech and mobility?

As people age, their speech may be impacted by changes in vocal cords and muscle strength, leading to reduced volume, clarity, and speed in speech. In terms of mobility, age-related changes such as decreased muscle mass and bone density can result in slower movement, decreased balance, and increased risk of falls. Regular exercise and speech therapy can help mitigate these effects.

What actors and actresses appeared in Lost Historical Films on the Ice Age Period - 2006?

The cast of Lost Historical Films on the Ice Age Period - 2006 includes: Queen Latifah as Ellie Denis Leary as Diego John Leguizamo as Sid Ray Romano as Manny Seann William Scott as Crash

What actors and actresses appeared in Ice Age 5 - 2016?

The cast of Ice Age 5 - 2016 includes: Queen Latifah as Ellie (voice) Denis Leary as Diego John Leguizamo as Sid Ray Romano as Manny Wanda Sykes as Granny Chris Wedge as Scrat

What caused humans to travel from one continent to another during the Ice Age?

During the Ice Age, lower sea levels created land bridges between continents, like the Bering Land Bridge between Asia and North America. This allowed early humans to migrate to new continents in search of food and resources.

Did glaciers cover Iowa in the last ice age true or false?

True. During the last ice age, glaciers covered parts of Iowa, including the northern and eastern regions of the state. The glaciers sculpted the landscape and left behind features like moraines, drumlins, and glacial deposits.

Is the climate currently considered to be in an ice age?

Technically, yes. Ice ages are not continuous periods of cold, but rather have cycles of colder glacial periods and warmer interglacial periods. We are currently in an interglacial period.

How do you get a spiky fish in ice age village?

Sometimes you can win the fish with the scrat mini game.