noun a mass of rocks and sediment carried down and deposited by a glacier, typically as a ridge at its edges or extremity
Studying moraines can provide insights into climate change and its impact on glaciers.
Moraines are accumulations of rock debris carried and deposited by glaciers.
Moraines are important indicators of past glacier activity and can help reconstruct the history of glacial movements.
Moraines play a significant role in shaping the landscape in glaciated regions.
In geology, moraine is a term used to describe the accumulation of rock and sediment carried and deposited by a glacier.
Glaciologists study moraines to understand past glacial activity and to track changes in glacier size and movement over time.
Environmental scientists may study moraines to assess the impact of glaciers on the landscape and to monitor changes in glacier behavior due to climate change.
Civil engineers may encounter moraines when designing infrastructure in areas affected by glacial activity, as moraines can impact the stability of the ground.