Unit 1: Geography Vocabulary

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Intercardinal Directions are:

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Directions that are halfway between the main cardinal points

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Cardinal Directions are best described as:

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The four main points of direction: North, South, East, and West.

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The Equator is:

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an imaginary line around the middle of the Earth, dividing it into Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

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The Prime Meridian is best described as:

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The imaginary line at 0° longitude that divides the Earth into Eastern and Western Hemispheres.

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Longitude is best described as:

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The distance east or west of the Prime Meridian, measured in degrees.

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Latitude is best described as:

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The distance north or south of the Equator measured in degrees

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A 'Map Key' is:

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A guide that explains the symbols and colors used on a map.

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A 'Physical Map' is best described as:

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A map that shows natural features like mountains, rivers, and lakes.

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What is the name of this line at 0 degrees latitude?

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Equator

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What is the name of the line at zero degrees longitude?

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Prime Meridian