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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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ice core
Geography; Physical geography
two types: The line where the visible surface appears to 'meet' the sky. In a soil, a distinct layer having unique characteristics.
soil creep
Geography; Physical geography
Slow mass movement of soil downslope due to outward expansions brought on by water infiltration which lead to downward movements under gravity as water moves out of the soil.
mohorovicic discontinuity (MOHO)
Geography; Physical geography
After mohorovicic, the junction between the crust and the mantle.
parent-material
Geography; Physical geography
Rock or regolith from which the inorganic, mineral component of a soil is derived.
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