Nature

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Across
  1. 3. A wetland area with shallow water, trees, and plants, providing a unique habitat for diverse wildlife, such as alligators and frogs.
  2. 7. A large area covered with trees, plants, and wildlife, providing a habitat for many living creatures.
  3. 9. A flowing body of freshwater that moves from higher to lower ground, often starting in the mountains and flowing into the sea.
  4. 11. A dry, barren area with very little rain or water, often characterized by sand, rocks, and extreme temperatures.
  5. 12. A piece of land surrounded by water that is smaller than a continent, often supporting its own ecosystems and in some cases, unique species.
  6. 13. A mountain with an opening that allows molten rock, ash, and gas from deep within the Earth to escape onto the surface.
Down
  1. 1. A large, slow-moving mass of ice formed from years of snowfall, found in high mountains or cold polar regions.
  2. 2. A large landform that rises high above the surrounding terrain, often with steep sides and a pointed or rounded peak.
  3. 4. A vast, open area of grassland, with few trees, often found in North America and home to grazing animals like buffalo.
  4. 5. A large underground chamber in a hill or cliff, formed by natural processes, and potentially home to unique animals like bats or cave spiders.
  5. 6. reef A delicate undersea ecosystem formed by the calcium carbonate skeletons of coral polyps, supporting a rich biodiversity of marine life.
  6. 8. A vast body of saltwater that covers more than 70% of the Earth's surface and is home to a wide variety of aquatic life.
  7. 10. A sandy or pebbly area by the edge of a sea or lake, where people often go to relax, sunbathe, or swim.