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Which of the following is a common method for measuring the velocity of a glacier?

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Glacial systems and landscapes

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Which of the following is a common method for measuring the velocity of a glacier?.

  1. A.A) GPS tracking
  2. B.B) Soil moisture sensors
  3. C.C) Sediment analysis
  4. D.D) Air temperature readings

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  • GPS tracking is commonly used to measure the velocity of glaciers by tracking their movement over time.

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GPS tracking provides precise measurements of glacier movement, allowing for accurate assessments of glacial dynamics.

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