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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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succession

Geography; Physical geography

The development of a plant community over time.

isotim

Geography; Physical geography

A line connecting points of equal transport costs. Intersecting isotims for multiple materials/products allow isodapanes to be drawn by connecting the points of intersection.

permafrost

Geography; Physical geography

Frozen ground. Varies widely in scope and depth and in the period of the year for which it exists. A common feature of periglacial environments. See continuous permafrost, ...

temperature range

Geography; Physical geography

The difference between maximum and minimum temperature. Can be measured over different timescales, and for absolute readings or averages.

transect

Geography; Physical geography

A line drawn between points and then used to investigate changes in surface features along that line.

north-south divide

Geography; Physical geography

The imaginary line separating the mostly emdw of the north from the eldw of the south.

volcano

Geography; Physical geography

A mountain created by the eruption and deposition of lavas and ashes from a vent in the ground in a volcanic area.