permafrost

[US]/'pɜːməfrɒst/
[UK]/'pɝməfrɔst/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. permanently frozen ground (such as in polar regions)

Phrases & Collocations

permafrost table

Example Sentences

"These permafrost deposits are now melting and releasing their methane," said Maslin.

Thermosiphon piles enable to increase the stability and bearing capacity of permafrost foundation and to prevent the foundation from frozen expansion and thaw settlement.

As the industry puts more and more focus on developing and utilizing oil and gas resources in the paramos and permafrost zone, pipeline construction in the areas will be definitely accelerated.

Thermokarst failures occur when permafrost—a layer of frozen soil in Earth's polar regions—thaws and becomes unstable, possibly releasing greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.

Permafrost is a thick layer of soil that remains frozen throughout the year.

The permafrost in the Arctic is melting due to global warming.

Scientists study permafrost to understand its role in climate change.

Permafrost thawing can release greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.

The construction of buildings on permafrost requires special engineering techniques.

Permafrost acts as a natural freezer preserving ancient plant and animal remains.

Permafrost degradation can lead to land subsidence and infrastructure damage.

Thawing permafrost can create unstable ground conditions for construction projects.

Permafrost regions are vulnerable to climate change impacts such as erosion and flooding.

Efforts are being made to develop strategies for managing permafrost thaw in the face of climate change.

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