Ice Wedge Polygons Flashcards
1
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Ice Wedge Polygons Appearance
A
Irregular polygons, 5 to 30m across
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Ice Wedge Polygons Formation
A
When active layers thaws, ice wedges begin to form as water flows down into cracks.
Subsequently freezes and contracts, which means ice wedge can build up over time
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Ice Wedge Polygons landform type
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PERIGLACIAL