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Chapter 3-S.S.
Term | Definition |
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delta | a triangular shaped area of soil at the mouth of a river that looks like fingers spread out |
silt | a mixture of soil and small rocks |
papyrus | a valuable crop used to make paper |
cataracts | waterfalls |
unify | to unite, bring together, combine |
pharaoh | a god-king |
hieroglyphics | a form of writing developed by the Egyptians based on pictures, "sacred carvings" |
pyramid | a large stone building that served as a house or tomb for the dead |
mummy | preserved body wrapped in linen bandages |
economy | the way that people use and manage resources |
independent | free |