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Chapter 31
Vocabulary
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Geography
6th Grade
07/19/2008

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Cyclones
Definition
Violent storms with high winds and heavy rain in South Asia, similar to hurricanes in the Caribbean. P670
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Storm surges
Definition
Huge waves of water that are whipped up by fierce winds, particularly from cyclones, hurricanes, and other tropical storms. P670
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Cholera
Definition
A life-threatening intestinal infection. P675
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Stupas
Definition
Mounds of earth or stones covering the ashes of the Buddha or relics of Buddhist saints. P678
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Graphite
Definition
A form of carbon used in pencils and many other products. P682
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Atolls
Definition
Rings of coral surrounding lagoons. P683
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