Glaciation

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Term: Glaciation
Definition: The transformation of cloud particles from water drops to ice crystals. Thus, a cumulonimbus cloud is said to have a 'glaciated' upper portion.
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Created 2022.03.08
Last Modified 2023.03.27
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