PHS WORLD GEOGRAPHY

Height above a given level, Especially sea level.

processes by which water circulates between the earth's oceans and return by evaporation

area of ground on which a town, building, or monument is constructed.

theory explaining the structure of the earth's crust

envelope of gases surrounding the earth or another planet.

focuses on a specific theme or subject area.

water that collects as droplets on a cold surface when humid air is in contact with it.

body of permeable rock that can contain or transmit groundwater.

height,width,depth, and position in relation to each other when viewed from a particular point.

formally by government or other structures, such as cities, states, and mountain ranges

where the crust has been stretched and faulted

process of eroding or being eroded by wind, water, or other natural agents

satellites, computers, and receivers that is able to determine the latitude and longitude

area around a large landmass where the sea is relatively shallow compared with the open ocean.

a feeling of reassurance and relaxation following release from anxiety or distress.

set of circumstances in which one finds oneself a state of affairs.

tough central part of various fruits, containing the seeds.

process of removing salt from seawater.

rigid outer part of the earth, consisting of the crust and upper mantle.

all the waters on the earth's surface, such as lakes and seas.