November Vocab Review: Oct/Nov Words

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What does 'adjacent' mean?

Back

Close to or near something.

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Define 'civilization'.

Back

Human society, usually made up of different cities, with certain characteristics of cultural and technological development.

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What does it mean to 'contribute'?

Back

To give something in order to help achieve or provide something.

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What does 'congruent' refer to in geometry?

Back

Two objects that are identical to each other in terms of their shape and size.

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What does it mean to 'construct'?

Back

To make or form by combining or arranging parts or elements.

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What is the significance of 'proximity' in geography?

Back

It refers to the closeness or nearness of one location to another.

Front

Explain the term 'urbanization'.

Back

The process by which cities grow or by which societies become more urban.

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What is a 'society'?

Back

A group of individuals living together in a more or less ordered community.

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Define 'technology'.

Back

The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry.

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What does 'synthesize' mean in the context of knowledge?

Back

To combine different ideas or information to create a new understanding.