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651-4077-00L 3 Credits MSC , NDS D-USYS , D-ERDW , D-BAUG

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Quantification and Modeling of the Cryosphere: Dynamic Processes (University of Zurich)

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Abstract

Overview of the most important earth surface processes and landforms in cold regions (regions with glaciers and intense frost) with emphasis on high-mountain aspects. Discussion of present research challenges.

Objective

Knowledge of the most prominent climate-related geomorphological processes and phenomena in high-mountain regions, understanding of primary research challenges.

Content

Erosion and sedimentation by glaciers as a function of topography, englacial temperature, sediment balance, sliding and melt water runoff. Processes and landforms in regions of seasonal and perennial frost (frost weathering, rock falls, debris cones/talus, solifluction, permafrost creep/rock glaciers, debris flows).

Resources

Lecture Notes

Glacial and periglacial geomorphodynamics in high-mountain regions. Ca. 100 pages.

Literature

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General Information

Language: English
Levels: MSC , NDS
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: graded semester performance

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Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture	Quantification and Modeling of the Cryosphere: Dynamic Processes (University of Zurich) Course at University of Zurich	No time listed	1 h weekly

Offered In

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Environmental Sciences Master
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- Minors
  - Minor in Physical Glaciology
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