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glaciology
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glaciology

Scientific discipline concerned with all aspects of ice on landmasses. It deals with the structure and properties of glacier ice, its formation and distribution, the dynamics of ice flow, and the interactions of ice accumulations with climate. Glaciological research is conducted in a variety of ways, including radar sounding, boreholes, lateral tunnels, and remote sensing with satellite-borne infrared and multispectral scanners.



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This magnitude of AuRR is considered to be very high and uncommon in the numerous precious metals MMI-assisted exploration programs undertaken in glaciated terrain.
 
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