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Glaciology (physical geography): Which type of glaciers are the largest on Earth by area and volume? Consider the distinction between alpine/mountain glaciers and vast ice sheets. Choose the correct type.

Difficulty: Easy

Mountain glaciers
Alpine glaciers
Continental glaciers
Piedmont glaciers

Correct Answer: Continental glaciers

Explanation:

What is being asked? Identify the largest glacier type by scale.

Concept/Approach
Continental glaciers, i.e., ice sheets (like those in Antarctica and Greenland), cover vast continental areas and hold the majority of Earth’s freshwater ice. Alpine/mountain glaciers are comparatively small and confined to mountain valleys; piedmont glaciers spread at mountain bases but are far smaller than ice sheets.

Final Answer
Continental glaciers

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