Phrases with «continental runoff»

"Continental runoff" refers to the process of rainwater or melted snow flowing across land and collecting in rivers, lakes, or oceans rather than being absorbed into the ground. It describes the movement of water that runs off the surface of continents or large land masses. Full definition

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Sentences with «continental runoff»

As the present production of deep water in this area is driven by an excess of evaporation over precipitation and continental runoff, atmospheric water transport may be an important element in climate change. (pubs.giss.nasa.gov)
Apparently it is all due to continental runoff, according to Springy. (judithcurry.com)
Moreover, carbon makes its way into the ocean by a variety of other processes such as continental runoff, in which case the 14C levels of the estuary reflect a mix between ocean waters and freshwater. (eos.org)
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Phrases with «continental runoff»

Sentences with «continental runoff»

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