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The study of physical characteristics of earth and the distribution and effects of life on earth, especially that of humans.
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river
Geography; Physical geography
An overland flow of water which forms a vital link in the hydrological cycle.
phreatic divide
Geography; Physical geography
An underground watershed. Marks the outer source of groundwater flow to a particular river. May be caused by sloped bedding planes for example.
podsol
Geography; Physical geography
Soil type found in cold, wet climatic areas in high latitudes. As precipitation exceeds evapotranspiration the soil becomes waterlogged and minerals are leached from the upper ...
nuclear energy
Geography; Physical geography
uranium is processed into uranium dioxide, which undergoes nuclear fission. In this reaction, the uranium nucleus splits and releases neutrons. Energy is released and the neutrons ...
guyot
Geography; Physical geography
An undersea mountain which is characterized by a flattened summit.
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