Alternate Definitions for Frozen talus slopes

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Term: Frozen talus slopes
Definition: Slope, formed by rocks and blocks of considerable thickness. Massive or interstitial ice can result in gravity driven creep deformations. These slopes may be associated with other creeping landforms, such as Rock Glaciers or Gelifluction slopes.
Created 2022.03.08
Last Modified 2023.03.27
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