High Arctic periglacial processes and related Quaternary history

Regions: Qikiqtaaluk Region, Nunavut

Tags: physical sciences, permafrost, glacial history, periglacial processes

Principal Investigator: Washburn, A.L. (12)
Licence Number: 7002
Organization: University of Washington
Licensed Year(s): 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1988 1987
Issued: Jan 01, 1987

Objective(s): To investigate various frost-action and permafrost-related (periglacial) features and processes on Cornwallis Island; and, to determine the influence of glaciation on the development of the geologic landscape.