What are “Tarballs” fastening Himalayan Glacial melting?

The scientists from Zhejiang University have reported in their study that the percentage of tarballs has increased in the Himalayan region and this is increasing the glacial melt in the region. What are Tarballs? Tarballs are carbonaceous particles. They are capable of absorbing even small light. They are formed due to the burning ot fossil ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Topics: Air pollution • Glacier • Glacier mass balance • Himalayas • Tarball

Glacier Mass Balance

Glacier Mass Balance is the gain and loss of ice from the glacier system. When glaciers lose more mass than they receive, it will be in negative mass balance and so will recede. When glaciers gain more mass than they lose, they will be in positive mass balance and will advance. Whereas, when Glaciers gain ..

Topics: Ablation • Earth • Glacier • Glacier mass balance • Glaciology • Meltwater • Physical geography • Physical sciences • Retreat of glaciers since • Snow