Quarter 2:  Geography & Environment

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Vocabulary:

Map: A picture or drawing that gives information about the Earth or outer space; maps can show roads, landforms, cities, etc. 

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Key or legend: Explains the symbols used on a map

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Symbols: A picture on a map that represents an object

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Compass rose: A symbol that shows the points of a compass, especially which direction is north

 

Cardinal directions: The four points that show north, south, east and west (usually abbreviated N, S, E, W)

 

Navigation: The act of steering, directing the course of, or finding a way through

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Environment: The area in which a plant or animal lives

 

Pollution: Putting harmful substances or products into the environment

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Natural resources: Something found in nature that is necessary to humans; examples include: forests, fresh water and minerals 

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Recycle: To treat or change a product so it can be used again. 

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Conservation:  To carefully use or protect a natural resource so it does not run out.

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Decompose: To break down a living thing into smaller parts; to rot.

 

Energy: A source of power; examples include: the sun, water and coal 

 

Ecosystem: a complex set of relationships among the living resources, habitats, and resident of an area

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