Overview of Glaciers Formation and Characteristics
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Where are alpine glaciers typically found?

  • In the mountains (correct)
  • On flat plains
  • In valleys near the ocean
  • Near the equator
  • Which type of glacier covers large areas of continents?

  • Oceanic glaciers
  • Glaciers near the equator
  • Alpine glaciers
  • Continental glaciers (correct)
  • What percentage of the world's freshwater is stored in glaciers?

  • 50%
  • 75% (correct)
  • 25%
  • 10%
  • How many glaciers are estimated to be in Alaska?

    <p>100,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How big can an ice crystal from a glacier grow?

    <p>As big as a baseball</p> Signup and view all the answers

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