Lambert Glacier
CountryAntarctica
Area1,000,000 km2
Length400 km
TypeOutlet
About Lambert Glacier
The largest glacier in the world by volume. Drains about 8% of the East Antarctic Ice Sheet. Flows at 400-800 m per year. The Amery Ice Shelf is its floating extension. Over 400 km long.
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