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moraine

Ridges or deposits of rock debris transported by a glacier. Moraines are left after a glacier has receded, providing evidence of its former extent. Common forms are ground moraine, formed under a glacier; lateral moraine, along the sides; medial moraine, down the center; and end moraine, deposited at the terminus.

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  • Μέρος του λόγου: noun
  • Κλάδος/Τομέας: Weather
  • Category: Meteorology
  • Company: AMS

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