Grenz Glacier

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:glacier
gptkbp:accessibility via hiking trails
gptkbp:area approximately 10 square kilometers
gptkbp:climate alpine
gptkbp:diameter varies
gptkbp:elevation approximately 4,000 meters
gptkbp:environmental_concerns climate change
gptkbp:first_ascent 1865
gptkbp:flows_into gptkb:Gorner_Glacier
gptkbp:geological_features negative
important for hydrology
local ecosystems
observed
valley glacier
educational programs available
conservation efforts ongoing
part of local heritage
ice caves
guided tours available
crevasses
moraine
seracs
ongoing research
collaborative international efforts
documented since the 19th century
seasonal access only
economic benefits to local communities
during the last ice age
collaborating universities
best viewed in summer months
using satellite imagery
hazards present
includes GPS tracking
part of larger conservation area
gptkbp:geological_formation alpine geology
gptkbp:glacier_access_roads seasonally maintained
gptkbp:glacier_characteristics characterized by steep slopes
gptkbp:glacier_data_collection using remote sensing technology
gptkbp:glacier_dynamics studied by scientists
gptkbp:glacier_environmental_impact affects local water supply
gptkbp:glacier_flow_rate measured annually
gptkbp:glacier_impact_studies important for policy making
gptkbp:glacier_scientific_research focus on climate change effects
gptkbp:glacier_tourism_season peak in July and August
gptkbp:glacier_visitor_information available at local visitor centers
gptkbp:glacier_weather_conditions can change rapidly.
gptkbp:historical_significance important for mountaineering
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Grenz Glacier
gptkbp:length approximately 7 kilometers
gptkbp:located_in gptkb:Italy
gptkb:Switzerland
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Monte_Rosa_massif
gptkbp:photography popular subject
gptkbp:research_importance climate studies
gptkbp:surrounding_area Monte Rosa Ski Area
gptkbp:surrounding_peaks gptkb:Dufourspitze
gptkb:Liskamm
gptkb:Nordend
gptkbp:terminus gptkb:Ice
gptkbp:tourism popular destination
gptkbp:wildlife alpine species
gptkbp:zone highland climate
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Monte_Rosa
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5