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periodische bzw. aperiodische Seen

English translation: seasonal and permanent

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11:59 Oct 3, 2008

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Science - Geography

German term or phrase: periodische bzw. aperiodische Seen

text dealing with Alpine scenery and in it they mention different kinds of lake - "periodische" and "aperiodische". ´The text is destined ´for tourists to the Austrian Tyrol so the term shouldn't be too technical. Are they perhaps talking about seasonal and non-seasonal (permanent?) lakes?

Lesley Robertson KudoZ activity Questions: 134 (2 open) (2 closed without grading) Answers: 141 Austria
Local time: 03:04

English translation:seasonal and permanent

Explanation:
IMO your suggestion is OK. See e.g.

Animals living in the Permanent Freshwater Lakes (over 8ha)
Seasonal/Intermittent Saline, Brackish or Alkaline Lakes and Flats · Permanent Saline, Brackish or Alkaline Marshes/Pools ...
www.thewebsiteofeverything.com/habitats/Permanent_Freshwate...

Walkingworld
The uplands are dotted with several permanent and many seasonal lakes, ... In summer the alpine meadows of the mountains are alive with the sound of ...
www.walkingworld.com/home/index.asp?id=31&nid=275

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Ken Cox
Local time: 03:04

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