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Natural environment
Related to any physical feature of the earth's natural environment.
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geodimeter
Natural environment; Earthquake
An instrument used to measure distance between points on the surface of the earth.
continental drift
Natural environment; Earthquake
When major plates are slowly but steadily moved apart.
geologic hazard
Natural environment; Earthquake
A geologic feature or process that has the potential to have an adverse effect on people or structures.
core
Natural environment; Earthquake
The central part of the earth, beginning at a depth of about 2900 km, probably consisting of iron-nickel alloy; it is divisible into an outer core that may be liquid and an inner ...
geologist
Natural environment; Earthquake
A scientist who studies the origin, history, structure, and processes of the earth.
creep (fault)
Natural environment; Earthquake
Slow movement along a fault that does not produce earthquakes.
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