discontinuous permafrost zone
Link: http://w3id.org/permafrost/v/ipaglossary/t0086
Within: IPA Permafrost Glossary
Definition: The major subdivision of a permafrost region in which permafrost occurs in some areas beneath the exposed land surface, whereas other areas are free of permafrost.
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discontinuous permafrost zone
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The zone of discontinuous permafrost lies between the continuous permafrost zone and the southern latitudinal limit of permafrost in lowlands. Near its northern boundary, discontinuous permafrost is extensive, whereas near its southern boundary it occurs as isolated patches of permafrost, and sporadic permafrost. There is no sharp distinction, or boundary, between the continuous and discontinuous permafrost zones.
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https://doi.org/10.4224/20386561
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