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ericka1

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Near the margins of the Greenland ice sheet, where glacial ice is forced between mountains so that it
  has an extremely high flow rate, it is called a surging glacier. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.



Question 2

Basal slip becomes a more important means of glacier movement in warmer months when more
  meltwater collects at a glacier's base. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.




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Answer to Question 1

F

Answer to Question 2

T



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