Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

As an iceberg separates from the edge of a glacier, the process is called:

  1. Calving

  2. Breaking

  3. Borning

  4. Cubing

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Explanation

Calving is the scientific term for when ice chunks break off from a glacier or ice shelf to form icebergs. 'Breaking' is too generic, while 'Borning' and 'Cubing' are not recognized glaciological terms.