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A large persistent body of dense ice that is constantly moving under its own weight is called as ____________.
A large persistent body of dense ice that is constantly moving under its own weight is called as ____________.
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The correct option is B Glacier
The moving ice mass downslope under the impact of gravity is called glacier. About 10 per cent of the earth's surface is now covered by glacier. Glacier are formed due to accumulation of ice above snow-line under extreme cold climate.
The moving ice mass downslope under the impact of gravity is called glacier. About 10 per cent of the earth's surface is now covered by glacier. Glacier are formed due to accumulation of ice above snow-line under extreme cold climate.
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