Defines mean sea level and explains how it is determined. Describes factors that influence sea level at various locations, and analyses the problems of creating a sea level canal in Central America.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
004974
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Central America
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Geography
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Physical geology
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Sea level
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → Canals
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Earth sciences
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Geography
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)