Earths Changing Surface Flashcards

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Elevation

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the hight above sea level

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Topography

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The shape of the land. It includes the area’s landforms, elevation, and relief.

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Relief

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the difference between the highest and lowest points of elevation in an area. ( range )

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Landforms

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a feature of topography related to the shape of the land

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Plain

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flat or gently rolling land, low elevation, low relief

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Mountain

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a landform with high elevation and high relief

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Mountain Range

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group of mountains with the same structure, shape, and age

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Plateau

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a landform with high elevation and a low relief. It has a flat or level surface

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Landform Region

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an area that is made up of one type of landform

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