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Snow and ice research : an assessment /

Presents research needs related to physical properties of ice, seasonal snow, floating ice, and glaciers. The recommendations focus on two broad themes: the interaction of snow and ice with past and present climate, and the direct impact of snow and ice on society.

Bibliographic Details
Corporate Authors: National Research Council (U.S.). Polar Research Board, National Research Council (U.S.)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Washington, D.C. : National Academy Press, 1983.
Subjects:
Glaciology.
Glaciologie.
GLACIOLOGY.
POLAR REGIONS.
Description
Summary:Presents research needs related to physical properties of ice, seasonal snow, floating ice, and glaciers. The recommendations focus on two broad themes: the interaction of snow and ice with past and present climate, and the direct impact of snow and ice on society.
Physical Description:xiv, 126 pages ; 23 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (pages 123-126).