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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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lake

Geography; Physical geography

A body of water on a continental mass. Usually refers to surface water stores which are still and composed of fresh water. However, can be used for saltwater bodies or underground ...

system

Geography; Physical geography

Any set of components which are gathered into a working whole.

wetted perimeter

Geography; Physical geography

That portion of a river? Bed and sides which is in contact with the water.

irrigation

Geography; Physical geography

When humans water the land, usually for agriculture but also for leisure (e.g. Golf courses), either during a period of dry weather or to bring areas of land in drier zones into ...

mariculture

Geography; Physical geography

A branch of aquaculture specializing in the cultivation of marine organisms in salt water usually by enclosing a cubic volume of a natural waterway. May be for food e.g. Fish, ...