Glossary
106 terms defined — economic, geographic, government & more
Elevation
GeographicThe height of land above sea level. Elevation affects climate, agriculture, and human settlement.
Example: Mount Everest is the highest point on Earth at 8,849 meters.
Related field:
Elevation
Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)
GeographicA sea zone extending up to 200 nautical miles from a country's coastline, within which the country has special rights regarding exploration and use of marine resources.
Example: France has the largest EEZ in the world due to its overseas territories.
Related field:
Maritime claims
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