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Glaciers

Glaciers are large masses of ice that form on land from the accumulation and compaction of snow over a long period of time. They are an essential part of the Earth's climate system and play a crucial role in shaping the landscape.

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Noun Sense:

A glacier refers to a persistent body of ice that slowly moves downhill due to the force of gravity.

Example sentence: The glaciers in the Arctic are melting at an alarming rate due to global warming.

Verb Sense:

When used as a verb, glaciers means the formation or movement of glaciers.

Example sentence: The massive ice sheets that once covered this region glaciated the entire valley.

Related Products:

To learn more about glaciers, you can explore the following books on Amazon:

• Glaciers and Climate
• Glacier Exploration: A Comprehensive Guide
• National Geographic: Glaciers - The World's Frozen Rivers