Across
- 2. A large natural elevation of the Earth's surface with steep slopes and a peak, often formed by tectonic plate collisions.
- 5. A hot spring that periodically erupts with a pressurized column of hot water and steam.
- 7. A ridge of rock, sand, or coral at or near the surface of the water.
- 8. A naturally elevated area of land, usually lower and less steep than a mountain, with a smoother summit.
- 9. A hill or ridge made of sand, formed by wind and often found in deserts.
- 10. A high-elevation area with a large, flat top, often separated from surrounding land by steep slopes.
- 11. A narrow strip of land that connects two larger landmasses and is surrounded by water on both sides.
- 12. A gently sloping strip of land along the edge of a body of water, composed of loose particles like sand or stones.
- 13. A wide, flat area of land that can be covered by grasslands, deserts, or forests.
- 14. A land form formed by the eruption of lava, ash, and gases onto the Earth's surface
- 15. an artificial waterway constructed to allow the passage of boats or ships inland or to convey water for irrigation
- 17. A hot, dry region that receives very little rainfall, often characterized by sand dunes.
Down
- 1. A naturally flowing body of water that moves in a stream across the land.
- 3. A group or chain of islands clustered closely together in a sea or ocean.
- 4. A piece of land that extends into a body of water but is connected to a larger landmass
- 6. A land form created when a river deposits sediment at the mouth where it meets a larger, slow-moving body of water.
- 11. A piece of land that is completely surrounded by water, whether in an ocean, lake, or river.
- 14. A low-lying area of land located between hills or mountains, typically with a V-shape or U-shape formed by erosion.
- 15. A deep, narrow valley with steep sides, often carved by a river over a long period.
- 16. A narrow passage of water that connects two larger bodies of water.
