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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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vent
Geography; Physical geography
A pipe-like gap in the ground which allows volcanic material to pass through to the surface.
viscosity
Geography; Physical geography
Lit. How resistant a substance is to a change in form. In geography, mostly applied to lavas. Highly viscous lavas do not change form easily and therefore flow very slowly.
subduction
Geography; Physical geography
The movement of an oceanic plate beneath another crustal plate. The plane of contact is known as the benioff zone where earthquakes occur. As the plate reaches the asthenosphere ...
succulent
Geography; Physical geography
A plant that has adapted to drought conditions by being able to store water in its stem or leaves.
linear
Geography; Physical geography
Lit. In or along a line. In geography, used to describe features of the landscape, both natural and human, which have a clear extension along a linear axis.
nutrient cycle
Geography; Physical geography
The movement of nutrients in the ecosystem between the three major stores of the soil, biomass and litter. Nutrients are taken up from the soil by plant roots to produce biomass. ...
halophyte
Geography; Physical geography
A plant that is able to tolerate environments with a high level of salt. Found usually in coastal areas or arid areas where potential evapotranspiration exceeds precipitation for ...
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