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desertification - The transformation of a non-arid landscape to an arid landscape, usually through a combination of climate changes and human-induced soil degradation. dirt - 1. synonym for soil material; 2. soil out of place; 3. unclean material of any composition. eluviation - The removal...
Desertlandscapingis a type of landscape design that incorporates plants commonly associated with a desert environment into an overall plan. This desert garden may be by choice or by lack of other options. Desert landscaping is popular in places where arid weather stunts or kills other types of ...
Semi-arid regions usually can't support forests or large vegetation because of limited precipitation. Small plants, usually grasses, shrubs and small trees dominate the landscape of semi-arid regions. Certain plants in semi-arid regions may have some of the same adaptations as desert plants, such...
A desert is a region that is characterized by very low amounts of rainfall and a dry, arid landscape. Deserts can be extremely hot or very cold. Because of the extreme conditions in desert areas, it can be difficult to sustain life. Animals there have adaptations that allow them to succes...
Desert is most commonly used as a noun to describe an arid landscape that receives very little rainfall. It can also be used as a verb, meaning to abandon or leave without permission. In either case, understanding the context of the conversation is key to using the word properly. Examples ...
Webb WC, Boarman WI, Rotenberry JT (2009) Movements of juvenile common ravens in an arid landscape. J Wildlife Manage 73:72–81. https://doi.org/10.2193/2007-549 Article Google Scholar Webb WC, Marzluff JM, Hepinstall-cymerman J (2012) Differences in space use by common ravens in ...
The Mediterranean Basin is one of the 36 world biodiversity hotspots, and it is estimated that forests covered 82% of the landscape before the first human impacts, thousands of years ago. However, the spatial distribution of the Mediterranean biodiversity is still imperfectly known, and a focus ...
The countryside is home to wildlife not found in urban areas. 8 Landscape Reflects a variety of terrains and environments. Desert landscapes offer a stark beauty unique to arid regions. 7 Countryside Reflects traditional rural lifestyles and cultures. Traditional festivals in the countryside celebrate ...
Landscape Influences and is influenced by local climate and geography. The arid landscape necessitated the use of drought-resistant plants. 6 Region Used in geography to categorize areas based on similar physical, economic, or cultural attributes. The region's economy thrives on tourism and fishing....