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In this text meteorology and the theory of glacier flow are brought together, providing a basic understanding of how glaciers respond to climate change. Attention is given to the microclimate of glaciers and the physical processes that regulate the exchange of energy and mass between glacier surface and atmosphere. Simple analytical and numerical models are used to investigate the sensitivity of glaciers to climate change, to estimate response times, to make an interpretation of historical glacier records, and to assess the contribution of glacier melt to sea-level rise. Modern developments in glacier research, including satellite measurements, are discussed in the final chapter.

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Author:   J. Oerlemans
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Swets & Zeitlinger
Dimensions:   Width: 21.00cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 27.60cm
Weight:   0.703kg
ISBN:  

9789026518133

ISBN 10:   9026518137
Pages:   160
Publication Date:   01 January 2001
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Undergraduate ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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