Cryospheric glue acts like mortar between bricks, holding mountain slopes together using a blend of ice, soil, gravel, sediment, and broken rock. This material develops within permafrost, defined as ground that remains at or below 0°C for a minimum of two years in a row. By filling gaps and pores, the ice helps keep slopes and loose debris stable. Research indicates that as this ice melts, it could lead to an increase in dangerous incidents in high-altitude regions.

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