Intro to Geo VOCAB

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The state of the atmosphere at a place and time as regards heat, dryness, sunshine, wind, rain, etc.

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Weather

Front

The study of Earth's surface, its physical and human features, and how they interact with each other.

Back

Geography

Front

The study of how people live, work, and interact with their environment and each other across Earth.

Back

Human Geography

Front

The study of natural features of Earth including landforms, climate, water bodies, and ecosystems.

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Physical Geography

Front

The position of a place on Earth's surface, which can be described in absolute or relative terms.

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Location

Front

A specific location that has unique physical and human characteristics that make it different from other locations.

Back

Place

Front

An area that shares common characteristics, such as climate, language, or political systems.

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Region

Front

The way people adapt to, modify, and depend upon their environment.

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Human Environment Interaction

Front

The way people, goods, ideas, and information travel from one place to another.

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Movement

Front

Areas that share official boundaries and specific characteristics, like states or countries.

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Formal Regions