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Key Natural Landmarks Vocabulary - Sahara Desert

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Key Natural Landmarks Vocabulary
desert
desert
[noun]

a large, dry area of land with very few plants, typically one covered with sand

Ex: At night, the desert can become very cold. 
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North Africa

a region in the northern part of the African continent, typically including countries like Egypt, Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia

Ex: North Africa has a rich history influenced by both Arab and European cultures. 
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Sahara
Sahara
[noun]

a very large and hot desert in Northern Africa that is mostly covered in sand and known for its extreme temperatures and dry climate

Ex: The Sahara is known for its vast sand dunes. 
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to stretch

to cover a significant distance or expanse

Ex: The wheat fields stretch for miles across the countryside. 
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Morocco
Morocco
[noun]

a country located in North Africa known for its vibrant culture, delicious food, and beautiful landscapes including the Sahara desert

Ex: Morocco is famous for its vibrant markets and spices. 
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Tunisia
Tunisia
[noun]

a republic in northwestern Africa on the Mediterranean coast; achieved independence from France in 1956

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Egypt
Egypt
[noun]

a country on the continent of Africa with a rich history, famous for its pyramids, temples, and pharaohs

Ex: Alexandria, a city in Egypt, is known for its ancient library. 
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to cover
to cover
[Verb]

(of an area) to extend over a specific distance

Ex: The grounds covered eight acres. 
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square
square
[Adjective]

used to express area by multiplying length by width

Ex: Canada has 9.98 million square kilometers of land. 
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almost
almost
[Adverb]

used to say that something is nearly the case but not completely

Ex: She almost missed the bus but managed to catch it just in time. 
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the United States

a country in North America that has 50 states

Ex: English is the primary language spoken in the United States. 
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dry
dry
[Adjective]

lacking moisture or liquid

Ex: She watered the dry plants in the garden. 
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sandy
sandy
[Adjective]

containing or composed of sand

Ex: The soil in the garden was sandy, providing good drainage for plants. 
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sand
sand
[noun]

a pale brown substance that consists of very small pieces of rock, which is found in deserts, on beaches, etc.

Ex: The children built castles with the soft sand on the beach. 
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hill
hill
[noun]

a naturally raised area of land that is higher than the land around it, often with a round shape

Ex: From the top of the hill, you can see the whole city. 
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to call
to call
[Verb]

to give a name or title to someone or something

Ex: Do you know anyone called Emily? 
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dune
dune
[noun]

a mound or ridge of sand that is typically formed by the wind, often found in deserts, coastal areas, or other regions with significant wind activity

Ex: The vast Sahara Desert is characterized by extensive sand dunes that can reach towering heights. 
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mountain
mountain
[noun]

a very tall and large natural structure that looks like a huge hill with a pointed top that is often covered in snow

Ex: I took a photo of the mountain peak, capturing its majestic beauty. 
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rocky
rocky
[Adjective]

having a surface that is covered with large, uneven, or rough rocks, stones, or boulders

Ex: The path up the mountain was rocky, making the hike challenging. 
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grassland
grassland
[noun]

a large, open, and grass-covered area

Ex: Many animals live in the vast grassland. 
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tough
tough
[Adjective]

difficult to endure

Ex: After graduating, he faced a tough time finding a job in his field. 
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for example
for example
[phrase]

used to provide a specific situation or instance that helps to clarify or explain a point being made

Ex: You can use various applications on your phone, for example, social media, email, and navigation. 
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camel
camel
[noun]

a large desert animal with a long neck and one or two humps on its back

Ex: In some countries, camels are also raised for their milk and meat. 
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bush
bush
[noun]

a type of plant small in size with several stems in the ground

Ex: The garden was neatly arranged with colorful bushes, adding structure and vibrancy to the outdoor space. 
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grass
grass
[noun]

a plant with thin, short, and green upright leaves, commonly found in gardens, parks, etc.

Ex: After a long winter, the grass in our garden has started to turn green again. 
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to survive

to continue to function or exist despite difficult circumstances

Ex: She had to survive on a very tight budget after losing her job. 
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to grow
to grow
[Verb]

to cause a plant to develop and give fruit or flowers

Ex: She grows beautiful roses in her garden. 
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deep
deep
[Adjective]

having a great distance from the surface to the bottom

Ex: The ocean is incredibly deep, with some parts reaching depths of over 36,000 feet. 
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root
root
[noun]

the underground part of a plant that absorbs water and minerals, sending it to other parts

Ex: She carefully planted the new tree, ensuring that its roots were well spread out in the hole to encourage healthy growth. 
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to hold
to hold
[Verb]

to contain or have the capacity to contain a certain amount

Ex: This jar holds about 1 kilogram of cookies. 
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weather
weather
[noun]

things that are related to air and sky such as temperature, rain, wind, etc.

Ex: I check the weather forecast every morning to plan my outfit. 
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extreme
extreme
[Adjective]

very high in intensity or degree

Ex: The hikers faced extreme weather conditions during their ascent, including freezing temperatures and high winds. 
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temperature

a measure of how hot or cold something or somewhere is

Ex: The temperature outside dropped below freezing overnight. 
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degree
degree
[noun]

a unit of measurement for temperature, angles, or levels of intensity, such as Celsius degrees or a degree of pain

Ex: A right angle measures 90 degrees. 
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Celsius
Celsius
[Adjective]

relating to the temperature scale where water freezes at 0° and boils at 100°

Ex: The forecast said it would be 25 Celsius today. 
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to drop
to drop
[Verb]

to become less in amount, number, degree, or intensity

Ex: Sales tend to drop during the off-peak season. 
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nomad
nomad
[noun]

a person or group that moves from place to place, usually in search of food, water, or pasture, rather than living permanently in one location

Ex: The nomads traveled across the desert with their herds. 
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tent
tent
[noun]

a shelter that usually consists of a long sheet of cloth, nylon, etc. supported by poles and ropes fixed to the ground, that we especially use for camping

Ex: At the end of the trip, we folded the tent and put it back in its bag. 
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goat
goat
[noun]

‌an animal with horns and a coat of hair that lives wild in the mountains or is kept on farms for its milk or meat

Ex: The goat climbed to the top of the rocky hill, showcasing its impressive agility and strength. 
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peaceful
peaceful
[Adjective]

free from conflict, violence, or disorder

Ex: The small village lived in peaceful isolation, untouched by the wars raging in surrounding lands. 
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amazed
amazed
[Adjective]

feeling or showing great surprise

Ex: His amazed expression spoke volumes about his reaction to the unexpected news. 
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