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NASA NTRS · 19860032169

Cryoconite holes on glaciers

Abstract

Cryoconite holes are water-filled depressions on the surface of glaciers. They contain microbial communities and may contribute to glacial wastage and biological colonization of ice-free areas.

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Wharton, R. A., Jr., Mckay, C. P., Simmons, G. M., Jr., Parker, B. C.. 1985-09-01. Cryoconite holes on glaciers. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19860032169

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