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Geography Alive Terms Chapters 1-2
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Geography
9th Grade
08/06/2009

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Term
Distortion
Definition
A change in the shape, size, or position of a place when it is shown on a map
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Map Projection
Definition
A way of representng the spherical shape of Earth on a flat surface.
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Economic Activity
Definition
Any action that relates to the making, buying, and selling of goods and services.
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Landform
Definition
Any natural feature of earth's surface that has a distinct shape. landforms include major features such as: continents, plains, plateaus, and mountain ranges. They also include minor features such as hills, valleys, canyons and dunes
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Thematic Map
Definition
A map that shows a particular theme, or topic.
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Vegetation
Definition
All the plants and trees in an area.
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