Geographic Terminology

5. The short-term conditions of the atmosphere, such as temperature, rain, and wind.
6. The movement of people from one place to another to live or work.
7. The way places, people, and environments are linked and influence each other.
8. A community of living organisms interacting with each other and their environment.
12. The growth of towns and cities as more people move into urban areas.
14. The basic systems and structures needed for a place to function, such as roads, schools, and water supply.
15. The wearing away and movement of soil and rock by water, wind, or ice.
16. A natural feature of the Earth’s surface, such as a mountain, valley, or river.

1. The process where transported material is dropped and built up in a new location.
2. Using resources in a way that meets current needs without harming future generations.
3. Imaginary lines running east–west used to measure distance north or south of the Equator.
4. A large ecosystem with similar climate, plants, and animals.
9. The long-term pattern of weather in a particular place.
10. The relationship between distance on a map and actual distance on the ground.
11. Imaginary lines running north–south used to measure distance east or west of the Prime Meridian.
13. The physical features and shape of the land surface.