Definitions
- Referring to a large mass of ice covering an area of land, usually at the poles. - Describing a permanent ice cover on a mountain peak or summit. - Talking about a dome-shaped ice formation that covers a large area of land.
- Referring to a slow-moving river of ice that forms in high mountains and moves downhill. - Describing a large mass of ice that moves slowly over time, carving out valleys and landscapes. - Talking about a frozen river that flows through a valley or canyon.
List of Similarities
- 1Both icecap and glacier are large masses of ice.
- 2Both are formed from snow that has accumulated over time.
- 3Both are found in cold regions of the world.
- 4Both can have a significant impact on the environment and surrounding landscapes.
- 5Both can be sources of freshwater.
What is the difference?
- 1Movement: Icecaps are stationary and do not move, while glaciers move slowly over time.
- 2Size: Icecaps are larger than glaciers and can cover entire land masses, while glaciers are smaller and more localized.
- 3Formation: Icecaps form from snow that has accumulated over time, while glaciers form from compacted snow that has turned into ice.
- 4Location: Icecaps are found at the poles, while glaciers are found in high mountains and valleys.
- 5Impact: Icecaps have a significant impact on the global climate and sea levels, while glaciers can carve out valleys and create unique landscapes.
Remember this!
Icecap and glacier are both large masses of ice formed from accumulated snow. However, the difference between them is their movement, size, formation, location, and impact. Icecaps are stationary and cover entire land masses, while glaciers move slowly and are localized in high mountains and valleys. Icecaps form from accumulated snow, while glaciers form from compacted snow that has turned into ice. Icecaps are found at the poles and have a significant impact on the global climate, while glaciers can carve out valleys and create unique landscapes.
