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Moulin

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A vertical shaft or tunnel in a glacier that allows meltwater to flow down to the base of the glacier, which can lead to glacial movement and potential flooding.

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Episode #072: Glaciers' Big DAM Problems - Meltwater Conduits

Sep 2, 2021

In this episode, Randall Carlson discusses climatic fluctuations and their historical significance, tracing connections from the Medieval Warm Period to today's ecological challenges. He critiques the Ice Dam model as a myth and explains the mechanics behind glacial melt and outburst floods. This conversation offers a deep dive into glaciology and the implications of historical climate events on our understanding of past civilizations.

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