Estuary (Geo)

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Estuary)

An estuary is a partly enclosed coastal body of water with one or more rivers or streams flowing into it, and with a free connection to the open sea. Estuaries form a transition zone between river environments and ocean environments and are subject to both marine influences, such as tides, waves, and the influx of saline water; and riverine influences, such as flows of fresh water and sediment. (Wikipedia)

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Approved Date
11-Dec-2012

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