Exploring Geographic Features: From Oceans to Volcanoes
Discover the diverse range of geographic features, from vast oceans and intricate coral reefs to winding rivers and dense forests. Learn about intriguing formations like peninsulas, isthmuses, and straits, and delve into natural wonders like sinkholes and wetlands. From coastal regions to volcanic landscapes, the world is filled with fascinating terrains waiting to be explored.
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Geographic By: Mrs. Sanders
Gulf A large part of the ocean that extends into land
Ocean A large body of water
Coral Reef An ocean ridge made up of skeletal remains of tiny sea animals
Peninsula An area of land that sticks out into a lake or ocean
Bay Part of a large body of water that is smaller than a gulf
Isthmus A narrow piece of land connecting two larger land areas
Delta An area where a river deposits soil into the ocean
Island An area of land surrounded entirely by water
Strait A narrow body of water connecting two larger bodies of water
Sinkhole A circular depression formed when the roof of a cave collapses
River A natural flow of water that runs through the land
Wetlands An area of land covered by shallow water
Forest An area of densely wooded land
Lake An inland body of water
Coast An area of land near the ocean
Volcano An opening in the Earth s crust where lava, ash, and gases erupt
Canyon A deep, narrow valley with steep walls
Plain A nearly flat area of land
Hill A rounded, elevated area of land smaller than a mountain
Dune A hill of sand shaped by wind
Desert An extremely dry area with little water and few plants
Oasis An area in the desert with a water source
Plateau A large, flat, elevated area of land
Glacier A large area of slow-moving ice
Valley An area of low land between hills or mountains
Mountain An area of rugged land that generally rises higher than 2,000 feet
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