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689 |
| Citation |
Fulton, R.J., 1991, A conceptual model for growth and decay of the Cordilleran Ice Sheet. Géographie physique et Quaternaire, 45: 281-286. 129 |
| Organization |
Géographie physique et Quaternaire, 45: 317-331. 128 |
| URL |
http://www.erudit.org/revue/GPQ/1991/v45/n3/032875ar.html |
| Abstract/Description or Keywords |
A conceptual model for growth and decay of the Cordilleran Ice Sheet has evolved over 100 years of Quaternary research in British Columbia. Physiography and location relative to prevailing westerly winds were the main factors controlling the style of glacier build up. The pattern of decay was controlled mainly by physiography. The central (highest) part of the ice sheet was hemmed in by mountains, consequently, snowline had to rise nearly to its present elevation before shrinking of the central core could begin. This meant that mountain glaciers which initiated growth of the ice sheet were reduced to near their present dimensions before significant recession could take place in the core area of the ice sheet. |
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complete |
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