Grounding line (Q656)
Subject, term, tag: Grounding line
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Grounding line |
Subject, term, tag: Grounding line |
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IPCC Glossary v1.5
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27 May 2026
The junction between a glacier or ice sheet and an ice shelf; the place where ice starts to float. This junction normally occurs over a zone, rather than at a line. (English)
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026