 | Term | Definition |
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plateau |
a raised area of level land bordered on one or more sides by steep slopes or cliffs |
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fertile |
able to support plant growth |
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archipelago |
a group of islands |
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population density |
the average number of people living in a square mile or square kilometer |
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monsoon |
a wind that changes direction with the change of season |
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typhoon |
a tropical storm that develops over the Pacific Ocean, with winds that reach speeds greater than 74 miles per hour |
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deciduous |
falling off or shedding, as in leaves, seasonally or at a certain stage of development |
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developing country |
a country that has low industrial production and little modern technology |
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developed country |
a country with many industries and well-developed economy |
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terrace |
a level area in a hillside |
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double-cropping |
to grow two or more crops on the same land |
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