Multiple Choice
Relative to glacial mass balance,which of the following is correct?
A) a positive net balance occurs during a cold period,and a negative net balance occurs during a warm period.
B) glacial mass is increased by evaporation,sublimation,and deflation.
C) glacial mass is increased by a combination of processes called ablation.
D) worldwide,most glaciers are showing marked net increase in mass at present.
E) where the balance is zero,the ice advances.
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