| Term: | Dirt cone |
| Definition: |
A cone-shaped formation of ice that is covered by dirt; a dirt cone is caused by a differential pattern of ablation between the dirt covered surface and bare ice. NSIDCCryosphere
A thin veneer of debris draping a cone of ice up to several metres high, formed because the debris has retarded ablation under it. (or ablation cone) Swisseduc GCW |
| Term: | Dirt cone |
| Definition: | A thin veneer of debris draping a cone of ice up to several metres high, formed because the debris has retarded ablation under it. (or ablation cone) |
| Term: | Dirt cone |
| Definition: | A cone-shaped formation of ice that is covered by dirt; a dirt cone is caused by a differential pattern of ablation between the dirt covered surface and bare ice. |