Monte San Lorenzo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids San Lorenzo |
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| Monte Cochrane | |
NASA image of San Lorenzo as seen form the south.
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 3,706 m (12,159 ft) |
| Prominence | 3,319 m (10,889 ft) Ranked 60th |
| Listing | Ultra |
| Geography | |
| Location | Patagonia Santa Cruz, Argentina/ Aisén, Chile border |
| State/Province | CL |
| Parent range | Andes |
| Climbing | |
| First ascent | 1943 by Alberto María de Agostini |
Monte San Lorenzo, also called Monte Cochrane, is a very tall mountain located on the border between Argentina and Chile. It stands in a region known as Patagonia. This impressive peak reaches a height of 3,706 meters (about 12,159 feet).
The mountain has two names. Its Chilean name, Monte Cochrane, comes from the nearby town of Cochrane. This town is often a starting point for people who want to climb the mountain. The first time someone successfully climbed to the top was in 1943. This historic climb was made by Alberto María de Agostini.
Glaciers of San Lorenzo
Monte San Lorenzo is covered by three large glaciers. Two of these glaciers are on the Argentine side of the mountain. The third glacier is on the Chilean side.
Scientists have noticed something important about the glaciers in Argentina. They show clear signs of getting smaller. This process is called retreat. It means the glaciers are melting and shrinking over time.
Images for kids
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NASA image of San Lorenzo as seen from the south
See also
In Spanish: Cerro San Lorenzo para niños
