Huaguruncho facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Huaguruncho |
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| Tarata | |
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| Elevation | 5,723 m (18,776 ft) |
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 Huaguruncho
Location in Peru
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| Location | Peru, Pasco Region |
| Parent range | Andes, Waqurunchu |
Huaguruncho is a very tall mountain in Peru. It is also known as Tarata or Huagaruncho. This amazing peak is part of the Andes mountain range. It stands 5,723 metres (18,776 ft)* above sea level.
Where is Huaguruncho Located?
Huaguruncho is found in the Pasco Region of Peru. Specifically, its highest point, officially called Tarata, is in the Pasco Province. It sits right on the border between two districts: Huachón and Ticlacayan.
There is also a smaller peak nearby. It is called Huaguruncho Chico. This minor peak is located to the west of the main mountain. It is also within the Ticlacayan District.
What About Its Glaciers?
Scientists have studied the glaciers on Huaguruncho. Glaciers are like huge, slow-moving rivers of ice. They found that the size of these glaciers changed over time. These changes were due to shifts in temperature. The temperature changes happened in the tropical part of the Atlantic Ocean.
The last time the glaciers grew very large was a long time ago. This big expansion happened about 4,000 to 2,000 years ago. Studying these glaciers helps us understand Earth's past climate.
See also
In Spanish: Huaguruncho (montaña) para niños
