Question

What is a Bergschrund ? Why is it dangerous for mountaineers?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

A bergschrund (from the German for mountain cleft) or rimaye (from French; pronounced [ʁimaj]) is a crevasse that forms where moving glacier ice separates from the stagnant ice or firn above.[1] It is often a serious obstacle for mountaineers, who sometimes abbreviate "bergschrund" to "schrund".

Answer 2

Answer:

A bergschrund is a special type of crevasse. ... Crevasses, which are usually deep, steep, and thin, are a serious danger for mountaineers. Sometimes, a thin layer of snow may form over a crevasse, creating a snow bridge. Snow bridges blend in with the surrounding landscape, hiding the crevasse.