| Term | Definition |
|---|
| geography | the study of the distribution and interaction of physical and human features on the earth |
| absolute location | the exact place on earth where a geografic feature is found |
| relative location | a place in comparison to other places around it |
| hemisphere | each half of the globe |
| equator | The invisible line that seperates the Northern and Southern hemispheres |
| prime meridian | the invisible line that seperates the Eastern and the Western hemisphere |
| latitude | set of imaginary lines set running parallel to the equator used for location |
| longitude | set of imaginary lines running parallel to the Prime Meridian used for location |
| globe | 3-d representation of the earth |
| map | 2-d representation of selected parts of the earth |
| cartographer | A map maker that reduces some types of distortion |
| map projection | A way of drawing the earths surface that reduces distortion |
| topographic map | a representation of natural and man-made features on the earth |
| landsat | a series of satellites that orbit more than 100 miles above the earth |
| GIS | a system for storing and manipulating geographical information on computer |
| Location | a particular place or position |
| Place | Includes the physical features and cultural characteristics of a location. |
| Region | An area of the earths surface with similar characteristics. |
| Human/Environment Interaction | People learn to use what environments offer and change that environment to meet there needs. |
| Movement | The way people, goods, and ideas move from place to place. |
| azimunthal projection | A map that shows how far away to points are from each other |
| Mercator Projection | A map where the poles are distorted |
| Robinson Projection | A map that shows the Earth as an oval |
| Physical Maps | A map that shows landforms and bodies of water |
| Political Maps | Provides you insight into the political boundaries of the world. |
| Thematic Maps | Displays spatial pattern of a theme or series of attributes. |
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