Geography Terms Flashcards

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Hemisphere

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A division of the entire globe that cuts Earth in half. Two lines divide the earth into halves: equator and prime meridian.

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Synonyms for Equator

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Belt, ring, loop, hoop, rim

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Sentence using Equator

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The equator splits the world in half horizontally.

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Definition of Hemisphere

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A division of the globe into halves by the equator and prime meridian.

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Definition of Equator

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An imaginary line dividing the earth into northern and southern hemispheres.

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Height

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The measurement from base to top.

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Extension

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The action of extending or the state of being extended.

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Meridian

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A circle of constant longitude passing through a given place on the earth's surface.

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Synonym for Prime Meridian

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Ferris wheel, tire

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Synonym for Physical Map

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Brochure, flyer, booklet, pamphlet, leaflet