Geography

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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northing

Geography; Physical geography

The horizontal gridlines on a map so called because their numeric value increases from south to north.

organic farming

Geography; Physical geography

A modern farming system which deliberately eschews the use of chemical inputs to the farm. Has become increasingly popular in the emdw in recent years, as people have demanded ...

intermittent

Geography; Physical geography

In rivers, flowing most of the time but seasonally or occasionally ceasing to flow in response to decreased water availability e.g. Increased evapotranspiration or bed seepage. ...

wind

Geography; Physical geography

The horizontal movement of air created by differing pressures of adjacent air masses. Air moves from high to low pressure areas.

sand dune

Geography; Physical geography

A mound of sand deposited by wind in desert areas and along shore lines.

ephemeral

Geography; Physical geography

In rivers, flowing seasonally or occasionally in response to increased water availability e.g. Due to a rainfall event or snowmelt. Compare with intermittent.