Discontinuous permafrost zone

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Term: Discontinuous permafrost zone
Definition: The major subdivision of a permafrost region in which permafrost occurs in some areas beneath the exposed land surface, whereas other areas are free of permafrost.
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Created 2022.03.08
Last Modified 2023.03.27
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