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landform

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a natural, recognisable feature of the Earth’s surface

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Latitude

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the imaginary lines that surround the Earth ranging from 0° at the Equator to 90° at the poles

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Long-term impacts

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impacts that are long-lasting, such as homelessness

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Low pressure

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caused when the air is rising, so less air is pressing down on the ground; air rises as it warms, leading to low pressure at the surface

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Mantle

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hot, dense liquid rock (magma); it is continuously moving due to heat from the core (convection), which drives plate movement

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Mitigation

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the action of trying to reduce the impact of a hazard, by planning, predicting and preparation (e.g. building earthquake-resistant buildings)

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monsoon

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heavy rainfall that arrives as a result of a seasonal wind, notably in southern Asia and India between May and September

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