Unit 2 Vocabulary

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Settlement

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A place where people live, ranging from small villages to large cities.

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Natural hazard

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A natural event that can cause harm to people, property, and environment.

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Population density

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The number of people living in a specific area.

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Landform

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A physical feature of the Earth’s surface.

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Rural

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A town/city where people live mostly spread out with more farmland and less buildings.

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Suburban

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Areas located on the outskirts of cities with a mix of neighborhoods and businesses.

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Urban

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A city where many people live close together, usually featuring tall buildings and skyscrapers.

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Climate

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The average weather conditions in a specific area over a long period of time.

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Natural resource

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A material found in nature that can be used by humans.

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Physical environment

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The surroundings in which people, animals, and plants live.