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Earth science
Any of several geological sciences that are concerned with the earth, its origins, and all of its various structures and physical forms and phenomena.
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cockpit karst
Earth science; Geology
The scenery produced by the solution of limestone resulting in a hummocky terrain of conical residual hills.
collection
Earth science; Geology
The accumulation of precipitation into surface and underground areas, including lakes, rivers, and aquifers.
controlling depth
Earth science; Geology
The least depth in the navigable parts of a waterway, governing the maximum draft of vessels that can enter.
alluvial soils
Earth science; Geology
Soils deposited through the action of moving water. These soils lack horizons and are usually highly fertile.
birth control
Earth science; Geology
Methods that are designed to limit the size of families. The use of contraceptive methods are important here.
bottom boundary layer
Earth science; Geology
The lower portion of the water flow that experiences frictional retardation based on its proximity to the BED.
photogrammetric control
Earth science; Geology
Geodetic or other control established to provide scale, location, and orientation for photogrammetric network.
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