Yosemite Nature Notes 12: Glaciers

Yosemite Nature Notes 12: Glaciers

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The video explores the glaciers in Yosemite National Park, focusing on the Lyell and Maclure Glaciers. It discusses the formation, movement, and current state of these glaciers, highlighting the challenges of exploring them and the impact of climate change on their retreat. The video emphasizes the significance of these glaciers to Yosemite's environment and heritage.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key characteristic of glaciers at the Crest of the Sierra?

They are static and do not move.

They are found at low elevations.

They are easily accessible.

They are formed from millions of snowflakes.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which glacier is the largest in Yosemite National Park?

Tuolumne Glacier

Glacier Point

McClure Glacier

Lyell Glacier

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes traveling on the McClure Glacier challenging?

Dense forest cover

Steep sun cups

Flat terrain

Lack of sunlight

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a crevasse in the context of glaciers?

A small animal living on glaciers

A large fissure or chasm in a glacier

A type of plant found on glaciers

A type of rock formation

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much does the McClure Glacier move annually?

50 feet

20 feet

10 feet

5 feet

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant challenge for managing Yosemite's glaciers?

Invasive species

Overpopulation of tourists

Global climate change

Lack of funding

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential future of the Lyell Glacier due to climate change?

It will remain unchanged.

It will retreat and eventually disappear.

It will become a tourist attraction.

It will expand significantly.