Vocabulary: Thematic Maps

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thematic map

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a map that shows a particular theme, or topic

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physical feature

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any natural characteristic of Earth's surface, such as landforms and bodies of water

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landform

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any natural feature of Earth's surface that has a distinct shape.

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climate

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the pattern of weather over a long period of time

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vegetation

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all the plants and trees in an area

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population density

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the average number of people who live in a unit of area, such as a square mile.

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economic activity

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any action that relates to the making, buying, and selling of goods and services

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region

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an area defined by one or more natural or cultural characteristics that set it apart from other areas.