Chapter 8 Vocabulary Flashcards
Tributary:
A river or stream that flows into a larger river or lake.
Basin:
An area of land where water collects
Rain Forest:
A dense forest found in tropical areas with high rainfall and diverse plant and animal life.
Canopy:
The upper layer of trees in a forest
Plateau:
An area of flat land that is raised significantly above the surrounding area.
Escarpment:
A steep slope or cliff that separates two different land surfaces
Indigenous:
Referring to people or species that are native to a particular region or environment.
Slash-and-Burn Agriculture:
A farming method that involves cutting and burning plants to clear land for cultivation.
Emancipate:
To free someone from restrictions or control
Compulsory:
Required by law or a rule; mandatory.
Hinterland:
The area behind a coastal region or a river
Metropolitan Area:
A large urban area that includes a city and its suburbs
Central City:
The main city in a metropolitan area
Favela:
A Brazilian term for a slum or informal settlement
