How glaciers form | Earth: The Power of the Planet
Dr Iain Stewart explains how snow is transformed into glacier ice.
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Clip Info
- Clip length: 2'54''
- Broadcast year: 2007
Curriculum Connection
- Geography | Glacial landscapes | Glacial landforms | Formation of glaciers
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Licence: ERA Licence required
Usage
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
Content
- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC Two
- Programme: Earth: The Power of the Planet
- Episode: Ice
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