Glaciers

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glacier)

A glacier is a persistent body of dense ice exceeding a surface area of 0.1 km2 constantly moving under its own gravity; it forms where the accumulation of snow exceeds its ablation (melting and sublimation) over many years, often centuries. (Wikipedia)

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Approved Date
11-Dec-2013

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