In this article we will discuss about the denudation and depositional work of glaciers. Denudation Work of Glaciers: Glaciers are the important source of denudation. If we look at history of the Earth, we find that thousands of years ago, during Ice age, 20% part of Earth was covered by glaciers which has confined to only 10% part now. Global [...]
The below mentioned article provides a case study on the Kafni Glacier in India. Study Area: The Kafni glacier is located in the Pindar basin of the Kumaon Himalayas at the border of Bageshwar and Pithoragarh districts in Uttarakhand. The current snout position of the glacier lies at 30°13'12"N and 80°03'14"E. The north-south extending Kafni glacier originates from the southern [...]
The below mentioned article provides a case study on the Gangotri Glacier in India. Study Area: The Gangotri glacier, one of the largest ice bodies in the Garhwal Himalayas, is located in the Uttarkashi district of the state of Uttarakhand in India. It is one of the most sacred shrines in India, with immense religious significance. Being the main source [...]