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mspears3

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on: Jul 15, 2018
How does the formation of a hanging valley differ from the formation of the main glacial trough?
 
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What factor(s) might lead glaciers to basal slip?
 
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morrie123456

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Reply #1 on: Jul 15, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: There's no difference in processit's all erosionbut the tributary glacier that forms the hanging valley is smaller than that in the glacial trough.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: Increased meltwater at the base, which lubricates the bed.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 15, 2018
Excellent

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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