Glaciers, Sea Ice, and Ice Formation
Description
Glaciers and sea ice are vital to sustaining aquatic ecosystems and regulating ocean water temperature. Permafrost, a type of ground ice, dramatically affects the infrastructure and agricultural output of several communities around the world. The development of these varying formations and the interplay between them and the environment are thoughtfully considered in this fascinating volume.
Keywords
English & College SuccessEnglishJuvenile Non-FictionPhysical & Earth SciencesEarth ScienceEarth Science GeneralScience
2010Book
Author(s)John P. Rafferty
PublisherEncyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
ISBN9781615301898
Languageenglish
