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Canada Vocabulary
Term | Definition |
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Clear-cutting | To clear an area of trees from a forest. |
Slag | The left-over rock from the smelting process. |
Algal Bloom | A rapid increase in algae. |
Phosphorus | A chemical used in toothpaste , explosives , and fertilizer. |
Acid Rain | Acidic rain droplets contaminated by factory smoke , smog , and car exhaust. |
Growing Season | The period between the last killing frost in the spring and the first killing frost in the fall. |
Humid Continental Climate | Warm to hot summers and cold winters. |