Grounding line
= Grounding line
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The grounding line is the transition where an ice sheet detaches from its bed and begins to float as an <ice shelf>. Ice thickness there obeys the hydrostatic flotation condition.
= Grounding line
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The grounding line is the transition where an ice sheet detaches from its bed and begins to float as an <ice shelf>. Ice thickness there obeys the hydrostatic flotation condition.