Geography Terms

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Continent

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A very large, continuous landmass on Earth, like a giant island.

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Ocean

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A vast body of salt water that covers most of Earth's surface.

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Mountain Range

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A series of connected mountains forming a line across the land.

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Valley

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A low area of land between hills or mountains, often with a river.

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Plateau

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A large area of flat land that is higher than the surrounding land.

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Island

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A piece of land completely surrounded by water.

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Peninsula

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A piece of land that sticks out into the water and is connected to the mainland.

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Coastline

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The area where land meets the ocean or a large lake.

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Glacier

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A large, slow-moving mass of ice formed over many years.

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Isthmus

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A narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas across water.