Geography Flashcards
(14 cards)
Latitude
is the measurement of distance north or south of the Equator.
Longitude
is the measurement east or west of the prime meridian.
Compass Rose
A symbol on a map that shows direction
Equator
The starting point line for measuring distance North and South
Ocean
A huge body of water on earth
Prime Meridian
The starting point line for measuring distance East and West
Hemisphere
a half of the earth, usually as divided into northern and southern halves by the equator, or into western and eastern halves by an imaginary line passing through the poles
What are the 7 continents of the world
North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia
What are the 5 main oceans of the world
Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean, Indian Ocean, Southern Ocean,
and the Arctic Ocean
What are the 4 hemispheres
Northern hemisphere, Southern hemisphere, Western hemisphere, Eastern hemisphere
In which region is New York located?
Northeast
What is the largest mountain range on the east coast?
Appalachian mountains
Which river runs through most of New York State?
Hudson River
Name the Great Lakes
Huron
Ontario
Michigan
Erie
Superior
