Interaction between surface cover and permafrost

Authors

  • Lennart Annersten University of Uppsala, Department of Geography, Sweden

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.26485/BP/1966/15/3

Keywords:

ground temperature, snow cover, permafrost degradation, Quebec

Abstract

This study in the Schefferville area (Quebec) examined the influence of snow cover, exposure and vegetation on the ground thermal regime in permafrost zones. Year-round soil temperature measurements revealed that thick snow cover is the primary limiting factor for permafrost presence. The permafrost shows signs of degradation. Comparative data from Padjelanta (Sweden) confirm permafrost persistence under thin snow layers.

References

Annersten, L., 1965 - Final report on permafrost investigations in the Schefferville area. McGill Sub-Arctic Res. Paper, No 16, Geography Dept., McGill University, Montreal.

Werenskiold, W., 1953 - The extent of frozen ground under the sea bottom and glacier beds. Jour. Glaciology, vol. 2, no 13.

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Published

2025-12-17

Issue

Vol. 15 (1966)

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ARTICLES

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