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Wind vane
Geography; Physical geography
A mechanical device used to measure the direction of wind flow. Usually consists of a horizontal bar with a fin at one end and a aerodynamic pointer at the other end. The centre of horizontal is ...
Volcanic vent
Geography; Physical geography
An opening on a volcano through which lava is released and rock fragments and ash are ejected.
Volume
Geography; Physical geography
The occupation of space in three dimensions. Measured in cubic units.
Vortex
Geography; Physical geography
A rapid spiralling motion of air or liquid around a centre of rotation.
Ultraviolet radiation
Geography; Physical geography
Electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength between 0.1 and 0.4 micrometres (µm).
Unconfined aquifer
Geography; Physical geography
Aquifer that is not restricted by impervious layers of rock.
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