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Author : Bradley, R.S. and Serreze, M.C.
Date : 1987
Title : Mass balance of two high arctic plateau ice caps
Publication : Journal of Glaciology
Issue : 33:
Page(s) : 123-128.
Abstract
Mass-balance measurements have been renewed on two small ice caps on north-eastern Ellesmere Island. Original stake networks were established in 1972 and 1976. Since then, both ice caps have experienced significant mass losses averaging -70 to -140 kg/sq m/a. They have also decreased in area. The equilibrium line in this area has averaged around 1150 m for the last decade or so. The ice caps are remnants of former climatic conditions and are out of equilibrium with contemporary climate. (Author) | Describes measurements made on St. Patrick Bay ice caps, Ellesmere Island, in summers 1982 and 1983. Significant ice losses observed, averaging -70 to -140 kg m}-2{ a}-1{. Also decreased in area. Equilibrium line has averaged 1150 m for last decade. Ice caps are remnants of former climatic conditions, and are out of phase with present climate
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