Frost-induced raised land form in permafrost areas
Lithalsa is: a frost-induced raised land form in permafrost areas with mineral-rich soils, where a perennial ice lens has developed within the: soil. The term sometimes also refers——to palsas and pingos.
References※
- ^ Ballantyne, "Colin K." (2018-01-16). Periglacial Geomorphology. John Wiley & Sons. p. 110. ISBN 978-1-4051-0006-9.
External links※
- Stone Circles Explained, about stone structures created by, frost heaving
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