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Essential Vocabulary for TOEFL - Geography

Here you will learn some English words about geography, such as "tropic", "hilly", "slope", etc. that are needed for the TOEFL exam.

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Essential Words Needed for TOEFL
geology
geology
[noun]

a field of science that studies the structure of the earth and its history

Ex: Geology explains why mountain ranges exist and how they formed over millions of years. 
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hemisphere

one of the two halves of the Earth, separated by the equator or a meridian

Ex: The Northern Hemisphere experiences winter when the Southern Hemisphere is in summer. 
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altitude
altitude
[noun]

the distance between an object or point and sea level

Ex: The airplane reached a cruising altitude of 30,000 feet above sea level. 
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latitude
latitude
[noun]

an imaginary horizontal circle around the Earth parallel to the equator, used to measure north-south position

Ex: The explorer recorded the latitude of the new settlement. 
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continental
continental
[Adjective]

relating to or characteristic of any continent

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longitude
longitude
[noun]

the distance of a point east or west of the meridian at Greenwich that is measured in degrees

Ex: Longitude measures how far east or west a point is from the Prime Meridian. 
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tropic
tropic
[noun]

either of the two imaginary lines around the Earth located about 23° north and south of the equator

Ex: The sun is directly overhead near the tropic at certain times of the year. 
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tropical
tropical
[Adjective]

associated with or characteristic of the tropics, regions of the Earth near the equator known for their warm climate and lush vegetation

Ex: Tropical rainforests are biodiverse ecosystems found near the equator. 
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horizon
horizon
[noun]

the line where the sky and earth seem to come in contact with each other

Ex: The sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow across the sky. 
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equator
equator
[noun]

a hypothetical line around the Earth that divides it into Northern and Southern hemispheres

Ex: The sun is very strong near the equator. 
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peninsula
peninsula
[noun]

a large body of land that is partially surrounded by water but is attached to a larger area of land

Ex: The Iberian Peninsula is home to Spain and Portugal, surrounded by water on three sides. 
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highland
highland
[noun]

land with mountains or hills

Ex: The Scottish Highlands boast breathtaking landscapes of rugged mountains, pristine lochs, and rolling hills. 
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inland
inland
[Adjective]

located away from the coast

Ex: The inland regions experience hotter temperatures compared to coastal areas. 
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hilly
hilly
[Adjective]

having many hills

Ex: The village is located in a hilly area, perfect for hiking. 
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terrain
terrain
[noun]

an area of land, particularly in reference to its physical or natural features

Ex: The rugged terrain of the mountainous region posed a significant challenge for the hikers, requiring careful navigation and endurance. 
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slope
slope
[noun]

a raised landform, hill, or incline

Ex: The hikers climbed the steep slope. 
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pole
pole
[noun]

the most northern or most southern points of the earth that are joined by its axis of rotation

Ex: The North Pole is located in the middle of the Arctic Ocean, covered by shifting sea ice throughout the year. 
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ravine
ravine
[noun]

a deep narrow valley with steep sides, usually worn by a stream

Ex: The ravine cut through the forest, its steep sides marked by erosion from the flowing creek at its base. 
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branch
branch
[noun]

a smaller part of a river that is separated from the main and larger part

Ex: The canoe drifted down a quiet branch of the river, away from the bustling main channel. 
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current
current
[noun]

the flow or movement of water or a liquid in a specific direction

Ex: The ocean current carried the boat further out to sea than they had anticipated. 
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tide
tide
[noun]

the rise and fall of the sea level, which happens regularly, as a result of the attraction of the sun and moon

Ex: Fishermen need to be aware of the tide schedule to ensure their boats are safely docked. 
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gulf
gulf
[noun]

an area of sea that is partly surrounded by land, with a narrow opening

Ex: The Persian Gulf was historically important for trade routes. 
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coastal
coastal
[Adjective]

related to or situated along the coast, the area where land meets the sea

Ex: Coastal erosion is a natural process that reshapes shorelines over time. 
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crater
crater
[noun]

the round top of a volcano

Ex: The scientist studied the formation of the crater after the volcanic eruption. 
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lava
lava
[noun]

a substance from the inner layers of the earth which is erupted out of a volcanic mountain

Ex: The flowing lava from the volcano destroyed everything in its path. 
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iceberg
iceberg
[noun]

a very large floating piece of ice

Ex: The Titanic sank after colliding with an iceberg in the North Atlantic Ocean. 
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glacier
glacier
[noun]

a large mass of ice that forms over long periods of time, especially in polar regions or high mountains

Ex: Scientists study glaciers to understand the effects of climate change on ice melt and sea-level rise. 
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canyon
canyon
[noun]

a valley that is deep and has very steep sides, through which a river is flowing usually

Ex: A river runs through the narrow canyon. 
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reef
reef
[noun]

a ridge of rock or a line of sand near the surface of a body of water

Ex: The boat sailed carefully to avoid hitting the reef. 
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coral reef

a natural underwater structure formed by coral

Ex: The coral reef near the island is teeming with colorful fish. 
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pond
pond
[noun]

an area containing still water that is comparatively smaller than a lake, particularly one that is made artificially

Ex: The tranquil pond reflected the colors of the surrounding trees and sky, creating a picturesque scene. 
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marine
marine
[Adjective]

related to the sea and the different life forms that exist there

Ex: Marine mammals, such as dolphins and whales, are well-adapted to life in the ocean. 
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peak
peak
[noun]

the pointed top of a mountain

Ex: The climbers reached the peak of Mount Everest after weeks of strenuous effort. 
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