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 1. The study of the physics, chemistry, and dynamics of the earth's atmosphere,
    including the related effects at the air–earth boundary over both land and
    the oceans. Fundamental topics include the composition, structure, and
    motion of the atmosphere. The goals ascribed to meteorology are the complete
    understanding and accurate prediction of atmospheric phenomena.

 1. The intercommunicating body of saltwater occupying the depressions of the
    earth's surface.

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