Unit 1: Geography

the continent where 30˚ south latitude and 135˚ east longitude is located.

a sphere that is a model of Earth and most accurately represents it

a part of Earth’s surface including landmasses and bodies of water

the study of our physical surroundings and how humans interact with them

the first mountain range west of the Great Plains.

the organization that makes the laws in a country, state, or community

weather elements such as temperature, rainfall, & wind that are measured over a period of time

the river that forms part of the border between the United States and Mexico.

a body of water that is similar to a gulf but usually smaller in size.

l the ocean that lies off the East Coast of the United States.

the ocean where 45˚ north latitude and 165˚ west longitude is located.

a low area between ranges of mountains or hills.

a triangular-shaped area of land created by soil deposited at the mouth of a river.

a river or stream that flows into a main river.

a tool or instrument for finding directions

an imaginary line called a meridian that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole

the types of plants in an area or a region

the continent where 15˚ north latitude and 15˚ east longitude is located.

land that rises above the surrounding land and usually has steep sides.

a physical feature on Earth’s surface such as a mountain or a plain

the large body of water that lies between Texas and Florida.

an imaginary line called a parallel that runs west and east around Earth

the ocean where 45˚ north latitude and 45˚ west longitude is located.