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Predicate | Object |
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gptkbp:instanceOf |
glacier
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gptkbp:accessibility |
accessible by boat or air
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gptkbp:area |
approximately 20 square miles
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gptkbp:climate |
subarctic climate
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gptkbp:elevation |
approximately 6,000 feet
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gptkbp:environmentalImpact |
affected by climate change
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gptkbp:established |
gptkb:John_Muir
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gptkbp:flowsInto |
gptkb:Nizina_River
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gptkbp:geologicalFeatures |
blue
educational programs available inspiration for artists up to 300 feet viewing platforms available alpine glacier crevasses seracs contributes to local economy retreating educational resources for schools moraines conservation efforts in place collaborations with universities offers guided tours safety guidelines for visitors requires permits for certain activities monitored by scientists supports unique ecosystems mapped using satellite technology influences local climate patterns advancing and retreating cycles affects local hydrology uses remote sensing techniques experiences extreme weather conditions attracts professional photographers has been studied since the 19th century efforts to preserve glacial landscapes has historical significance to local tribes icebergs present in the area offers unique experiences for visitors part of larger conservation initiatives. formed_during_the_Little_Ice_Age |
gptkbp:historicalResearch |
site for glaciology research
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gptkbp:historicalSignificance |
part of indigenous history
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Logan Glacier
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gptkbp:iceClass |
exploration opportunities for adventurers
potential for ice calving |
gptkbp:length |
approximately 10 miles
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gptkbp:locatedIn |
gptkb:Alaska
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gptkbp:namedAfter |
gptkb:James_Logan
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gptkbp:partOf |
gptkb:Wrangell-St._Elias_National_Park
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gptkbp:photography |
popular photography location
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gptkbp:researchInterest |
important for climate studies
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gptkbp:surroundingArea |
gptkb:Mount_Logan
gptkb:Wrangell_Mountains |
gptkbp:tourism |
popular tourist destination
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gptkbp:type |
tidewater glacier
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gptkbp:wildlife |
home to various wildlife species
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