After glaciers recede, they enter a warm period that can last tens of thousands of years until Earth enters a new cooling episode, which is called the _____ period.

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The warm period that occurs after glaciers recede and can last tens of thousands of years is called an interglacial period. It is distinct from the cold period of glaciation, also known as an Ice Age. Therefore, the best choice is C) interglacial.

After Glaciers Recede, They Enter a Warm Period That Can