Glaciation history

Glaciation refers to periods in Earth’s history when large ice sheets covered significant parts of the planet, particularly during the Ice Ages. The most recent glaciation, known as the Last Glacial Maximum, occurred around 20,000 years ago. As the climate gradually warmed, these glaciers retreated, shaping landscapes and affecting ecosystems. Glaciation has influenced sea levels, weather patterns, and human migrations. The study of glaciation helps scientists understand climate change, past environments, and the geological history of Earth, highlighting the dynamic relationship between ice, land, and climate over millennia.