Geography Notes
Acid precipitation (Acid Rainfall):
is now regarded as a serious problem in some European and Asian countries, the main cause and source of which is emissions of sulphur oxides and nitrogen oxides from thermal power plants and burning of fossil fuels. These oxides dissolve in atmospheric water vapour and fall back on earth as acid rainfall. Acid rainfall can cause destruction of crops and trees; destruction of fish; and damage to buildings.
Agronomy:
Soil management and production of field crops is known as Agronomy.
Aleurone layer:
is that part of the grain in cereals where much of the protein lies.
Alluvial soil:
is the richest and most fertile soil of India spread over large areas in northern plains of India.
Arakan Yoma:
is the extension of the Himalayas located in Myanmar.
Asthamudi Lake:
is located in Kerala State.
Bailadila:
in Bastar district of Madhya Pradesh, is known for its wealth of Manganese.