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WHII.1 Land Forms
WHII.1 Geography - Land Forms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Archipelago | A group or chain of islands. |
| Cape | Piece of land that extends sharply into a body of water. |
| Coast | Land along the edge of the sea or ocean; seashore. |
| Continent | One of the seven large parts of the Earth's land mass. |
| Island | A small piece of land surrounded on all sides by water. |
| Isthmus | A narrow piece of land that connects two larger areas of land. |
| Mountain | A tall or steep land form that is elevated above the surrounding area. |
| Peninsula | An area of land surrounded by water on three sides. |
| Plain | A large flat or level area of land. |
| Valley | A low area of land between hills or mountains. |