It is the process of moving water from an area with a low concentration of dissolved material, such as salt, to aplace with a high concentration, by passing through a membrane.
The Roman Grade I listed Newport Arch has been damaged by vegetation growth and currently has a net in place to prevent loose masonry hitting passing cars and pedestrians.
Keep in mind that Yakushima is aplace of extremes: the mountains wring every last drop of moisture from the passing clouds and the interior of the island is one of the wettest places in Japan.
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