Glossary of Mountain Words
Glossary of "mountain" words to learn to recognise the terms and to understand words whose deeper meaning we sometimes don't know. Quick to look up... a list of the essential terms.
Morena (moraine)
By Redazione Published: 21/06/2012
In geology, a moraine is a glacial sedimentary deposit. It forms when glacial ice carries rock debris and sediment as it moves. This debris can be deposited along the margins or at the end of…
Ipossia (hypoxia)
By Redazione Published: 21/06/2012
Definition of hypoxia (ipossia): lack or reduction of oxygen to the brain. At high altitude the density of oxygen is greatly reduced, which means that less oxygen circulates in the blood than the brain needs.…
Whiteout
By Redazione Published: 20/06/2012
Definition: The term "whiteout" describes a weather condition in which visibility is greatly reduced because of snow, fog, or sunlight reflecting off snow-covered ground. In these conditions contrast and depth perception disappear, making it hard…
Fix o Spit Fix (fix bolt)
By Redazione Published: 20/06/2012
Dictionary definition:Fix o Spit Fix (fix bolt) Masculine noun A permanent anchor used in sport climbing, generally consisting of a metal stud, a piton or a plate fixed into the rock with epoxy resin or…