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Vocabulary Term Details

Hydrography

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

Hydrography is the branch of applied sciences which deals with the measurement and description of the physical features of oceans, seas, coastal areas, lakes and rivers, as well as with the prediction of their change over time, for the primary purpose of safety of navigation and in support of all other marine activities, including economic development, security and defence, scientific research, and environmental protection. (Wikipedia)

Preferred Units: N/A

Scope Note:
This term is a INSPIRE Spatial Data Theme.

Broader TermsNarrower TermsRelated Terms
Hydrology
N/AGeology
Hydrogeology
Hydrographic surveys
Inland waters
Surface water

This term is used for the following terms: 
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Approved Date
25-Oct-2012

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