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Diploid

Geography; Physical geography

Cell that contains two sets of chromosomes. Also see haploid.

Diorite

Geography; Physical geography

A coarse grained igneous rock of intrusive origin that is darker and chemically more mafic than granite.

Dip

Geography; Physical geography

One of the directional properties of a geologic structure such as a fold or a fault. Dip is the inclination angle of the formation as measured at right angles to strike.

Diffused solar radiation

Geography; Physical geography

Solar radiation received by the Earth's atmosphere or surface that has been modified by atmospheric scattering.

Angle at which the Sun's rays or insolation strike the Earth's surface. If the Sun is positioned directly over head or 90° from the horizon, the incoming insolation strikes the surface of the Earth ...