cryoconite hole
A vertical thaw hole within an ice mass, formed as a result of ice melt associated with local temperature increases, due to increased absorption of solar radiation by cryoconite deposits.
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Source attestations
| Source | Label / path | Assertions | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| GOLD | Environmental > Aquatic > Freshwater > Glacier > Cryoconite hole | — |
Broader habitats
Also called
- cryoconite holes