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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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aerology
Earth science; Geology
The branch of meteorology concerned with the study of air, especially in the upper atmosphere.
afforestation
Earth science; Geology
The planting of trees especially on land not previously forested. The conversion of land into forest, especially for commercial use.
blood rain
Earth science; Geology
Rain which contains dust particles can stain the ground red when it falls.
barrage
Earth science; Geology
A human-made structure across a river estuary build with the purppose of harnessing tidal power.
col
Earth science; Geology
A narrow pass between two peaks or ridges or a narrow belt of pressure between two anticyclones.
contractor
Earth science; Geology
Any non-Newmont employee or group working for an operation and who are regularly exposed to mine
algal ridge
Earth science; Geology
The durable structure formed by coralline algae that buttresses the front of a modern coral reef.
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