Questions and Answers
What does a Compass Rose show?
What is a continent?
A very large area of land separated by different countries.
What is an ocean?
A huge body of salt water covering about 3/4 of the Earth's surface.
What is the Prime Meridian?
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What is the Equator?
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What is a channel?
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What are plains?
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What is a mountain range?
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What is a sea?
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Study Notes
Vocabulary Words and Definitions
- Compass Rose: Illustrates cardinal (N, S, E, W) and intermediate directions (NW, SW, NE, SE) on a map.
- Continent: Major landmasses, each composed of different countries, forming the Earth's surface.
- Ocean: Covers approximately 75% of Earth, composed of large saltwater bodies.
- Prime Meridian: Imaginary line at 0° longitude, dividing Earth into Western and Eastern Hemispheres.
- Equator: Imaginary line at 0° latitude, separating Earth into Northern and Southern Hemispheres.
Additional Geographical Terms
- Channel: Waterway connecting two larger water bodies, facilitating navigation and marine life movement.
- Plains: Expansive, flat, or gently rolling regions with minimal tree coverage, conducive for agriculture.
- Mountain Range: Series of mountains grouped together, often formed by tectonic forces and natural landscapes.
- Sea: Smaller body of saltwater, usually found along the coastline where land meets the ocean.
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Test your knowledge of essential geographical terms with this quiz. You'll encounter key concepts like continents, oceans, and various landforms, helping you to deepen your understanding of the Earth's features. Perfect for students or anyone interested in geography!
