Geophysics

Geophysics

Of or pertaining to the physics of the Earth and its environment in space. This often relates to geological applications, such as gravitational and magnetic fields; internal structure and composition; dynamics of the Earth's surface and plate tectonics; volcanism and rock formation.

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expensive

Geography; Geophysics

of high price or value

clear vision

Geography; Geophysics

a very good perception

regions were struck

Geography; Geophysics

the regions were affected by something overwhelming

gravitational mass movements

Geography; Geophysics

earth movements such as slides, rock falls, debris flows, etc

at a smaller proportion

Geography; Geophysics

in a less considerable amount or number

levee breach

Geography; Geophysics

is when part of the levee actually breaks away, leaving a large opening for water to flood the land protected by the levee. A breach can be a sudden or gradual failure that is caused either by ...