The Southeast Region Flashcards

1
Q

A period of time when the temperature is high enough for plants to grow

A

Growing season

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2
Q

A low island

A

Key

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3
Q

A strong, swirling storm with rain and winds blowing more than 74 miles per hour

A

Hurricane

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4
Q

A rising of the he sea caused by a storm

A

Storm surge

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5
Q

A barrier or Earth built to prevent flooding

A

Levee

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6
Q

The action of moving a person to safety

A

Evacuation

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