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Getting high
Vertical, that is. Nothing quite like high altitude with a view.
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Geologic Delights
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Glacial Effects
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reesetee Fine-grained sediment carried by glacial rivers that results from the abrasion of rock at the glacier bed. Its presence turns lake water aqua blue or brown, depending on its parent rock type. Also called rock flour or glacial milk. Nov 13, 2008