meltfront
A meltfront is a boundary between a melting ice mass and the surrounding environment. It is a dynamic interface where the ice is in direct contact with the atmosphere, ocean, or land, and undergoes melting due to various factors such as temperature, pressure, and solar radiation. The meltfront is characterized by the presence of meltwater, which can either refreeze or flow away, influencing the overall mass balance of the ice mass.
The behavior of a meltfront is influenced by several factors, including the temperature and salinity of the
The study of meltfronts is important for understanding the dynamics of glaciers, ice sheets, and sea ice,