What's the difference between orography and orology?

Orography


Definition:

  • (n.) That branch of science which treats of mountains and mountain systems; orology; as, the orography of Western Europe.

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  • (1) Satellite images provided convincing evidence of the profound influence of orography on the propagation of industrial pollutants.
  • (2) The ranges, trajectories, and height of smoke plumes visible on the satellite images were investigated in relation to meterological conditions and orography.
  • (3) Emissions from farther away may reach Cracow, depending on meterological conditions and orography.

Orology


Definition:

  • (n.) The science or description of mountains.

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