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Unit 7 SS
Term | Definition |
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climate | the weather of an area over a number of years |
market economy | individuals make decisions about what to make, how much to produce, and what to charge |
supply | the quantity of something needed or ready for use |
demand | the desire for a product or service |
Midwest | a region of plains and prairies; severe weather; Mississippi River begins in this region |
Northeast | 11 states; Washington, DC is here; two smaller areas known as New England and Middle Atlantic states |
Southeast | soil ideal for farming; hurricane season; Ohio River forms part of northern boundary |
West | 11 states; Rocky Mountains; lots of lightening fires |
Southwest | 4 states; Grand Canyon is here; tornadoes are common here |
landforms | the landscape of the US, includes lowlands, highlands, and mountains |