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| census | an official count of a population conducted at set time intervals |
| fossil fuel | a fuel that contains carbon and is derived from the decomposed remains of prehistoric plants and animals |
| globalization | the integration of the cultures, economies, and politics of nations around the world |
| landform | a natural feature of Earth's surface, such as a mountain or valley |
| natural resource | a substance found in nature, such as iron or water, that can be used by people |
| physical feature | a natural feature of Earth's surface, such as a mountain or valley |
| region | a geographic area defined by one or more characteristics that set it apart from other areas |
| appalachian mountains | the mountain range in the eastern united states |
| mississippi river | the largest river in north america |
| rocky mountains | high, jagged mountains from mexico and up into canada |
