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VI.—On the Physical History of the Norwegian Fjords1
Published online by Cambridge University Press: 01 May 2009
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That the Norwegian fjords were originally river valleys is a statement which scarcely admits of controversy. In their form, outline, and topographical position they are simply prolongations of the valleys which descend into the sea partly submerged; and if the land were still further submerged, as it once was to the extent of 200 metres according to Andr. M. Hansen, the fjords would be prolonged beyond their present inland limits without much variation of form.
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Read before the British Association, Section C (Geology), Glasgow, Sept., 1901.
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page 556 note 1 “Norway,” edited by Dr.Konow, Sten and Fischer, Karl, 05, 1900. Translated by Christie, J. C. and MissMuir, , and others.Google Scholar
page 557 note 1 According to Professor Reusch the terraces with marine shells reach an elevation of about 200 metres (656 feet) in the Trondhjem district; but the author during a recent visit was unable to observe any higher than 250 feet south of this position.