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Unit 7 SS
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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 |