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Record 1 2004-02-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Glaciology
  • Climatology
  • Polar Geography
DEF

A wing-like structure built upon a ridge top to inhibit cornice formation.

CONT

The jet roof locally increases wind and drifting speed and therefore avoids permanent snow accumulations ...

French

Domaine(s)
  • Glaciologie
  • Climatologie
  • Géographie du froid
CONT

[Le toit-buse] est un panneau composé, plein, à plus ou moins 45°. Il agit comme un goulot d'étranglement, qui accélère l'écoulement d'air et force la neige transportée par le vent à se déposer plus loin.

Spanish

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