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frost line

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frost line
n.
1. The depth to which frost penetrates the earth.
2. The altitude below which frost does not occur, especially in tropical regions.
frost line
n
1. (Earth Sciences / Geological Science) the deepest point in the ground to which frost will penetrate
2. (Earth Sciences / Geological Science) the limit towards the equator beyond which frosts do not occur
frost line
1. In regions where there is no permafrost, the maximum depth to which frost penetrates the ground in the winter.
2. The lower limit of permafrost.
3. In tropical regions, the elevation below which frost never occurs.
Translations
frost line
n → Frostgrenze f


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One big question is whether capacitance gauges mounted beyond the nip can control thickness as well as can a gauge on the bubble just above the frost line.
Capacitance thickness gauges: new designs break old barriers by Schut, Jan H. / Plastics Technology
These sanitary devices work much the same way as a weep hole device in that when they are shut off, the water in the riser drains down and out a hole located below the frost line to prevent freezing.
Drinking to your health: is your outside drinking fountain safe? Take ... by Hoeptner, Herb / Parks & Recreation
Unlike traditional ramps, these don't require a permanent frost footing where holes are dug and posts are set below the frost line.
Ramps to Go by SHAW, KATHERINE / Inside MS
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