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19 Cards in this Set
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Geography |
The study of the earth's physical and human systems and the relationship among them |
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Gps |
Geographic Positioning system |
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Gis |
Computer system used to make maps and manage info |
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Geomorpology |
The study of landform featured and processes |
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Geology |
The study of rock types and natural resources |
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Pedology |
The study of soils |
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Hydrology |
The study of rivers, lakes and oceans |
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Meterology |
The study of climate and weather |
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Biogeography |
The study of flora and fauna |
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Industrialization |
Use of factories/machines to produce products |
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Fossil fuels |
Natural gas, oil and coal |
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Atmospheric conditions |
Sleet, rain, snow, hail |
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Topographic map |
Shows both natural features such as mountains, rivers and human features such as cities and roads |
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Thematic Map |
Usually only have one top . Also refers to a physical map which only has physical characteristics |
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General Purpose Map |
Shows bodies of water, roads, railways, elevation, town/cities and PARKS |
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Large scale map |
Lots of info in a little area |
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Small scale map |
Little info in a big area |
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Latitude |
Distance north or south of the equator, measures in degrees. |
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Longitude |
Distance east and west of the prime meridian measured in degrees |
