Flow unit

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Term: Flow unit
Definition: A distinct stream of ice in a valley glacier, commonly bounded by lateral and medial moraines. The term applies down-stream of the zone of convergence of two or more valley glaciers.
GCW Swisseduc
Created 2022.03.08
Last Modified 2023.03.27
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