Glaciers tend to move by _________ in cold regions and ________ in temperate regions.
A)basal slip; plastic flow
B)plastic flow; ductile flow
C)ductile flow; surge flow
D)plastic flow; basal slip

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In cold regions, glaciers primarily move by plastic flow due to the ice deforming internally. In temperate regions, basal slip is more common because the presence of meltwater at the base reduces friction, allowing the glacier to slide over the bedrock.

Glaciers Tend to Move by _________ in Cold Regions and ________

Glaciers Tend to Move by _ in Cold Regions and