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geostrophic wind

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A hypothetical wind based upon the assumption that a perfect balance exists between the horizontal components of the Coriolis force and the horizontal pressure gradient force per ...

horizontal gene transfer

Science; General science

A key source of genetic variation is exchange of genetic material among individuals. Genetic exchange among closely related individuals is common in nature, and occurs in ...

devonian missing link

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A key stage in the evolutionary history of life on Earth is the transition between fish with fins and animals with limbs and digits (such animals are known as tetrapods). This ...

spectral type

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A label used to indicate the physical and chemical characteristics of a star, as indicated by study of the star's spectrum. Stars possess a remarkable variety of spectra, some ...

radiochemical laboratory

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A laboratory or facility for investigation and handling of radioactive chemicals which provides a safe environment for the worker and the public. It's features can vary depending ...

high-pressure mineral synthesis

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A laboratory technique for studying the behavior of minerals under high-pressure conditions.

meromictic lake

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A lake whose water is permanently stratified and therefore does not circulate completely throughout the basin at any time during the year. Normally lakes in the Temperate Zone mix ...

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