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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Tropic of Cancer | a parallel of latitude north of the equator, the northern boundary of the Torrid Zone |
| Tropic of Capricorn | A parallel of latitude south of the equator, the southern boundary of the Torrid Zone |
| Prime Meridian | the line of longitude labeled 0 degrees. |
| scale | a guide that explains the relationship between real distances on earth and distances on a map |
| intersect | to cross or go through |
| geography | the study of the earth and the way people live on it and use it |
| region | a large area with common features that sets it apart from other areas |
| landform | a shape on the Earth's surface, such as a mountain or hill |