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geo words
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Antarctic Circle | The Antarctic Circle is an imaginary circle at latitude 66°30' S, around the south pole. |
| atlas | A book containing maps and charts. |
| compass rose | A compass rose is a design on a map that shows direction. It points which way is north, south, east, west, and some intermediate directions on the map |
| cove | A cove is small, horseshoe-shaped body of water along the coast; the water is surrounded by land formed of soft rock. |
| desert | A desert is a very dry area. |
| dune | A dune is a hill or a ridge made of sand. Dunes are shaped by the wind, and change all the time. |
| compass | A compass is a device that always points north. It is used for navigation. |
| canyon | A canyon is a deep valley with very steep sides - often carved from the Earth by a river. |
| cave | A cave is a large hole in the ground or in the side of a hill or mountain. |
| hill | A hill is a raised area or mound of land. |