Key words for GCSE Geography.
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marine |
Marine erosion is the break up and transport of rocks and solid materials by water.
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meanders |
Meanders are wide curves in a river.
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migration |
Migration is when people move from one area to another.
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monsoon |
A monsoon is the yearly period of heavy rain in Asia.
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more |
More Economically Developed Countries (MEDCs) are countries with a high economic output per person and a high GDP.
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multinational |
Multinational corporations operate in many countries as part of a global industry.
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multiplier |
The multiplier effect is when a significant increase in growth boosts the economy as more money circulates and consumption increases.
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nature |
A nature reserve is an area designated for the conservation of plants and animals.
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net |
Net migration is the difference between the number of people moving into a country and the people moving out.
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neutral |
Carbon neutral is when we are not contributing to the net amount of CO2 in the atmosphere.
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new |
The New International Division of Labour (NIDL) divides labour into specific skills and tasks that are spread across different countries.
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newly |
Newly Industrialised Countries (NICs) are countries that have rapidly developed economically.
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NGOs |
Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are private organisations which normally deal with social or political issues.
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niche |
Niche markets are small, specialised markets for a specific product or service.
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nonrenewable |
Nonrenewable energy is energy from sources that cannot be replenished such as fossil fuels.
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north |
The north-south divide in the UK refers to the economic, social and health differences southern England and northern England.
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nuees |
Nuees ardentes are dangerous, fast moving ash clouds erupted from volcanoes.
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nutrients |
The process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesise nutrients from carbon dioxide and water.
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obesity |
Obesity is a condition where a person has so much excess body fat that their health is affected.
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optimum |
The optimum location for a company is the location of facilities that best meets the companies needs.
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