Unit 4 Vocabulary

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Rainforests

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Dense forests typically found in tropical areas with high rainfall.

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Adaptation

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The process of adjusting to new conditions or environments.

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Infrastructure(s)

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The basic physical and organizational structures needed for the operation of a society.

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Irrigation

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The artificial application of water to land to assist in the growing of crops.

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Mining

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The process of extracting minerals or other geological materials from the earth.

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Modification

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The act of making changes to something.

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Cultural Blending

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The process by which different cultures influence and integrate with each other.

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Architecture

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The art or practice of designing and constructing buildings.

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Institutions

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Established organizations or foundations, especially those dedicated to education, public service, or culture.

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Multicultural

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Relating to or containing several cultural or ethnic groups within a society.