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1st Grade Geography
Social Studies Flashcards
Term | Definition |
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Globe | A spherical or rounded object that resemble the Earth |
Map | A diagram representation of an area of land or sea that shows physical features |
Key | The table on a map that shows what each symbol means |
Latitude | The angular distance of a place North or South of the equator |
Longitude | The angular distance of a place East or West of the equator |
Symbol | An object that represents a physical feature on a map |
Continent | 1 of the 7 continuous expanses of land in the world |
Country | A nation that has its own government, occupying a particular territory |
State | A nation or territory that is under one government |
Equator | The imaginary line that is drawn around the Earth that is equal in distance from both poles |