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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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swallow hole

Geography; Physical geography

The point at which a river channel may disappear underground. Usually found on limestone where joints may come to the surface and provide a conduit into which the river can ...

magma plume

Geography; Physical geography

A rising body of magma within the mantle.

fluvioglacial landforms

Geography; Physical geography

Meltwater transports and deposits material both in and adjacent to glacial environments. These deposits may be left behind after glacial retreat. They are characterized by sorted ...

site

Geography; Physical geography

The point at which a settlement is located.

igneous

Geography; Physical geography

A rock formed through the cooling of magma or lava. The slower the cooling, the larger the rock crystals and the harder the rock, although all igneous rocks are very hard.