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Social Studies 10C
Russia & Eurasian Republics: Physical Geography & Culture
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Landmass | A very large area of land |
| Semi arid | Somewhat dry, with very little rainfall |
| Arid | Very dry, having almost no rainfall |
| Nomad | A person who moves from place to place |
| Steppes | Very large Plains of dry grassland |
| Tundra | Flat treeless land found in Arctic and sub-arctic regions |
| Permafrost | Permanently frozen ground |
| Hydroelectric power | A source of energy that uses flowing water to produce electricity |
| Diplomacy | Discussion between groups or countries to resolve disputes or disagreements |
| Isolated | Cut off from others |
| Taiga | Large Forest area that stretches through Northern Russia, Canada, and other Northern countries |
| Peat | The material from very old decayed plants that burns like coal |
| Terrain | The physical features of the land |