drainage area
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The researchers decided to examine the water because it contains carbon signatures from the entire drainage area, which in turn convey information about origin and land use.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 18, 2023
He then slipped into a drainage area on the east side of Huckleberry Mountain.
From New York Times ● May 10, 2023
During August, there was 60% less rainfall in the river's drainage area than normal, according to official Chinese data.
From BBC ● Sep. 16, 2022
Better Homes and Garden offers the following growing tips: Plant the flowers early, choose healthy plants, and plant them in a good drainage area.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 27, 2021
The drainage area is estimated at 141,000 sq. m.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 8 "Dubner" to "Dyeing" by Various
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