Which of the following happens when the rate of forward motion of a glacier is slower than the rate of ablation? A. The glacier remains stationary B. The glacier sheds an iceberg C. The glacier advances D. The glacier retreats
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Step 1: When the rate of forward motion of a glacier is slower than the rate of ablation, it means that more ice is melting and being removed from the glacier than the glacier is moving forward. Show more…
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