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Geo Words
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Contour | A contour is a line on a topographic map that represents locations that have the same altitude. |
| estuary | An estuary is where a river meets the sea or ocean. |
| fjord | A fjord is a long, narrow sea inlet that is bordered by steep cliffs. |
| oasis | An oasis is a place in the desert that has water and is fertile. |
| reef | A reef is an undersea growth of coral near the surface of the water. |
| relief map | A relief map is a topographic map that uses different colors or shades to indicate elevations. |
| Tropic of Capricorn | The Tropic of Capricorn is an imaginary line of latitude at 23°30' S. |
| Tropic of Cancer | The Tropic of Cancer is an imaginary line of latitude at 23°30' N. |
| quadrangle | A quadrangle is a four-sided area bounded by two lines (parallels) of latitude and two lines of longitude (meridians) on a map. |
| channel | A channel is a narrow body of water that connects two larger bodies of water (like the English Channel). A channel is also a part of a river or harbor that is deep enough to let ships sail through. |