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19 Cards in this Set
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shapes that make up the Earth's surface
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landforms
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the study of the Earth and the way people, plants, and animals live on and use it
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geography
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a line people agree on to separate one place from another
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border
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the land that lies along the ocean
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coast
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the highest point in NJ
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High Point
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the body of water that forms part of the western boundary of NJ
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Delaware River
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an area covered by water at least part of the year
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wetland
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name 3 landforms
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mountains, hills, plains (among others)
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the longest river in our state
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Raritan River
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the movement of people or goods from one place or another
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transportation
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the beginning of a river
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source
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smaller rivers and streams that flow into another larger river
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tributaries
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the place where a river empties into a larger body of water
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mouth
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the condition of the air at a certain time and place
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weather
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a pattern of weather over many years
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climate
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a place where ships load and unload goods
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port
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a violent storm with very strong winds and heavy rains
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hurricane
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What is the difference between weather and climate?
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Weather affects how you live day to day. Climate affects long range plans. Give examples!
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Name 2 important waterways in NJ.
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examples;
Hudson River, Raritan River, Delaware River... |
