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What is Masonbrook Esker?
Masonbrook Esker is a glacial ridge near Masonbrook in County Galway, Ireland. It consists mainly of sand and gravel deposited by meltwater beneath a former glacier.
How did Masonbrook Esker form?
The esker marks the route of subglacial meltwater flowing beneath glacial ice. Sediment carried by the water accumulated into a long, raised ridge as the ice melted.
Is Masonbrook Esker made of solid bedrock?
No, an esker is primarily made of water-laid sand and gravel rather than solid bedrock. Its shape records the path of meltwater beneath a former ice sheet or glacier.
Where can Masonbrook Esker be found?
It is located near Masonbrook in County Galway, Ireland. The feature belongs to the glacial landscape of western Ireland.
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