Science Chapter 2 Section 1
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Topography | is the shape of the land. An area's topography may be flat, sloping, hilly our mountains |
| What does topography include | 1. Elevation 2. Relief 3. Landforms |
| Elevation | The height above sea level of a point on the Earth's surface |
| Relief | The difference in elevation between the highest and the lowest parts of an area |
| Landforms | a feature of topography, such as a hill or valley, formed by the process that shape the Earth's surface |
| What are three types of landforms | 1. Plain 2. Mountains 3. Plateaus |
| Plain | a landform made up of nearly flat or gently rolling with low relief |
| Mountain | a landform with high elevation and high relief |
| Mountain Range | is a group of mountains that are closely related in shape, structure and age |
| Plateau | A landform that has high elevation and a more or less level surface |
| Landform Region | A large area of land where the topography is made up mainly of one type of landform |
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