U.S. Geography Vocab

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Things from nature that can be used: trees, water, animals, soil.

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natural resources

Front

Feature of land, water, climate, or plant life.

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physical feature

Front

A small river or stream flowing into a larger river.

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tributary

Front

A place with a hot, dry climate.

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desert

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A broad area of flat land.

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plains

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An area where plants, animals, and nonliving things coexist.

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ecosystem

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A large area with a distinct feature.

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region

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Slow wearing away due to wind and water.

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erosion

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Weather in a place over time.

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climate

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Area where salt water meets freshwater.

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estuary