The down-valley part of a glacier is the ____, where melting, evaporation, and calving take place.

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The down-valley part of a glacier where melting, evaporation, and calving take place is known as the zone of ablation. This contrasts with the zone of accumulation (where snow and ice build up), so A and B can be eliminated. Recharge zone and discharge zone are terms used in groundwater hydrology and not relevant to glaciers.

The Down-Valley Part of a Glacier Is the ____, Where