Geography Level 1 Study Map (1/4)

Rocky Mountains

• Major mountain range in North America, stretching over 3,000 miles from Canada to New Mexico.
• Renowned for its stunning landscapes, biodiversity, and recreational opportunities like hiking and skiing.

Tropic of Cancer

• Latitude line at approximately 23.5° N of the Equator.
• Marks the northernmost point where the sun can be directly overhead during the summer solstice.

Pacific Ocean

• Largest and deepest ocean, covering more than 63 million square miles.
• Bordered by Asia and Australia to the west, and the Americas to the east.

Equator

• Imaginary line around the Earth's circumference, equidistant from the poles at 0° latitude.
• Divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres; characterized by a tropical climate.

Andes Mountains

• Longest continental mountain range in the world, stretching over 4,300 miles along the western edge of South America.
• Home to diverse ecosystems and significant archaeological sites, including Machu Picchu.

Tropic of Capricorn

• Latitude line at approximately 23.5° S of the Equator.
• Defines the southernmost point where the sun is directly overhead during the winter solstice.

Atacama Desert

• Located in northern Chile, recognized as one of the driest places on Earth.
• Features unique landscapes, including salt flats, volcanos, and diverse geology.

Antarctic Circle

• Latitude line at approximately 66.5° S of the Equator.
• Marks the area where, during the summer solstice, there is a 24-hour period of daylight, and during the winter solstice, a 24-hour period of darkness.