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Geography

The study of physical characteristics of earth and the distribution and effects of life on earth, especially that of humans.

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lateral plate margin

Geography; Physical geography

See conservative plate margin.

easting

Geography; Physical geography

The vertical gridlines on a map so called because their numeric value increases from west to east.

mangrove swamp

Geography; Physical geography

A type of wetland forest made up of salt-adapted trees found in the inter-tidal zone of tropical coast areas. Provide a rich habitat for strong biodiversity and help protect ...

network

Geography; Physical geography

Points (vertices) joined by links. The links allow transfers between the points. Examples might include roads, railways, sewage pipes, mobile phones and so on. The links are ...