What is another word for piedmont type of glacier?
Pronunciation: [pˈiːdmɒnt tˈa͡ɪp ɒv ɡlˈe͡ɪʃə] (IPA) 
The Piedmont type of glacier is a large, slow-moving glacier that spreads out into a broad lobe-like shape, resembling a blanket or a tongue. Other synonyms for Piedmont glaciers include ice sheets, continental glaciers, ice caps, and ice domes. These glaciers are formed when snowfall accumulates over time and gradually turns into ice. As the ice sheet thickens, its weight starts to move downhill, driven by gravity, and creates large, flowing ice masses. These glacier types are typically found in vast polar regions, such as Greenland and Antarctica. They play an essential role in global climate regulation by affecting ocean circulation, weather patterns, and sea level rise.
