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Transform fault

Geography; Physical geography

Massive strike-slip fault continental in size. Examples of such faults occur along tectonic plate boundaries and at the mid-oceanic ridge.

Tornado watch

Geography; Physical geography

A forecast issued to the public that a tornado may occur in a specified region.

A warning issued to the public that a tornado has been observed by an individual in a specified region. This warning can also be issued if meteorological information indicates a high probability that ...

Tornado alley

Geography; Physical geography

Region in North America which receives a extraordinary high number of tornadoes. This region stretches from central Texas to Illinois and Indiana.

Topset bed

Geography; Physical geography

Horizontal deltaic deposit composed of coarse alluvial sediment. Represents current or past surface of the delta.

Zone of aeration

Geography; Physical geography

Horizontal zone that extends from the top of the water table to the ground surface. Soil and rock pore spaces in this zone may and may not have water.