By: Isaac Lammers
Physics 212 F01
4/17/14
Avalanches have been occurring since snow first hit the ground, but have you ever thought why do they happen or what makes them possible? Here we are going to examine the physics behind the formation and triggering of different types of avalanches. The two we will focus on are cornices and slabs.
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