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Actinomycetes

Geography; Physical geography

Group of filamentous microorganisms that are intermediate between bacteria and fungi.

Acidic solution

Geography; Physical geography

Any water solution that is acidic (pH less than 7) or has more hydrogen ions (H+) than hydroxide ions (OH-). Also see basic solution and neutral solution.

Aleutian low

Geography; Physical geography

Subpolar low pressure system found near the Aleutian Islands. Most developed during the winter season. This large-scale pressure system spawns mid-latitude cyclones.

Toxification of the atmosphere through the addition of one or more harmful substances in the air. Substance must be in concentrations high enough to be hazardous to humans, other animals, vegetation, ...