Holocene neoglacial events in the Bransfield Strait (Antarctica). Paleogeographic and paleoclimatic significance

• Published in: Scientia marina
• Main Authors: Bárcena, María Ángeles, Fabrés Francés, Joan, Isla, Enrique, Flores Villarejo, José Abel, Sierro Sánchez, Francisco Javier, Canals Artigas, Miquel, Palanques Monteys, Albert
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (CSIC) 01.12.2006
• Subjects: Antarctica; Antàrtida; Estrets; Holocene; Holocè; Paleoclimatologia; Paleoclimatology; Paleogeografia; Paleogeography; Straits

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