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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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interglacial
Geography; Physical geography
A period of warmer climate conditions between glacial periods.
hydraulic action
Geography; Physical geography
Lit. Due to the action of water. In geography, a process of erosion whereby flowing water moves unconsolidated material due to forces of drag.
turbidity
Geography; Physical geography
The measure of suspended sediment maintained in water by turbulent flow.
el nino
Geography; Physical geography
A periodic reversal in the usual pressure, wind and precipitation patterns of the tropical pacific region which can have severe implications for human activity. Excellent ...
friable
Geography; Physical geography
Lit. Easily crumbled. In geography, used when describing soils.
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