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North America Geo
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Tropic of Cancer | -an imaginary line of latitude that crosses Mexico and the Bahamas - boundary for the tropical zone (high temperatures, high humidity) |
| Pacific Ocean | -largest, deepest ocean on earth - "Ring of Fire" |
| Atlantic Ocean | -connects the Americas to Europe and Africa -major, busy trade route for ships |
| Gulf of Mexico | -borders the U.S., Mexico, Cuba -huge source source of oil and natural gas |
| Caribbean Sea | -over 7,000 islands -Christopher Columbus sailed to this region in 1492 |
| Five Great Lakes | - the world's largest fresh water system -Huron ,Ontario,Michigan,Erie,Superior |