World Geography

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surface features of the earth including soil, rocks and landforms

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lithosphere

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ring of volcanoes and earthquakes around the Pacific Ocean

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ring of fire

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theory that says all continents were once united in "Pangea" and have since drifted apart

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continental drift theory

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differences in elevation or height of landforms in any particular area

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relief

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theory that the earth's outer shell is composed of a number of large, unanchored plates or slabs of rocks whose constant movement explain earthquakes and volcanic activity

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plate techtonics

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surface features of the earth including soil, rocks and landforms

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lithosphere

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ring of volcanoes and earthquakes around the Pacific Ocean

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ring of fire

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says all continents were once united in "Pangea" and have since drifted apart

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continental drift theory

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differences in elevation or height of landforms in any particular area

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relief

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theory that the earth's outer shell is composed of a number of large, unanchored plates or slabs of rocks whose constant movement explain earthquakes and volcanic activity

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plate techtonics

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consists of water in oceans,lakes,&rivers. & even under the ground

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hydrosphere

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the layer of air, water, and other substances above the surface

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atmosphere

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the large land masses in the ocean

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continents

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another theory supporting plate techtonics; molten rock rises from a rift valley and spreads to form a ridge

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seafloor spreading

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the world of plants, animals and other living things

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biosphere