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A map that shows governmental boundaries of countries, states, and regions, as well as major cities and capitals.
A collection of maps, typically including political, physical, and thematic maps, providing a comprehensive view of the world or specific regions.
A nation or state with its own government, occupying a particular territory.
The most important city or town of a country or region, usually serving as the seat of government and administrative center.
One of the seven large landmasses on Earth, including Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Europe, North America, Australia, and South America.
A vast body of saltwater that covers a significant portion of the Earth's surface, including the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, Southern, and Arctic Oceans.
A large natural elevation of the Earth's surface, typically with steep sides and a peak, higher than a hill.
A large natural flowing watercourse, usually freshwater, that moves towards an ocean, sea, lake, or another river.
A barren area of land where little precipitation occurs, resulting in limited plant life and extreme temperatures.
A large area covered primarily with trees and undergrowth, providing habitat for various flora and fauna.
A vast, flat, treeless Arctic region where the subsoil is permanently frozen, characterized by low temperatures and short growing seasons.
A grassy plain with scattered trees and shrubs, found in tropical and subtropical regions, supporting diverse wildlife.
A large area of flat, unforested grassland, often found in semiarid regions.
A group or chain of islands, often formed by volcanic activity or tectonic processes.
A piece of land almost surrounded by water or projecting out into a body of water.
A narrow passage of water connecting two larger bodies of water, often serving as a navigational route.
A large bay that is an arm of an ocean or sea, partially enclosed by land, with a significant size and depth.
A pointed piece of land that extends into a body of water, usually larger than a headland.
A narrow strip of land connecting two larger landmasses, with water on two sides.
A flat or gently sloping elevated area of land, often with steep sides, located at a higher elevation than the surrounding land.
A low area of land between hills or mountains, typically with a river or stream flowing through it.
A landform that forms at the mouth of a river, where it flows into an ocean, sea, lake, or another river, creating a triangular or fan-shaped deposit of sediment.
A deep, narrow valley with steep sides, often carved by a river or other erosive processes.
A long, narrow inlet with steep sides or cliffs, created by glacial erosion and often found in mountainous coastal areas.
A diverse underwater ecosystem formed by colonies of coral polyps, providing habitat for a wide range of marine organisms.
A dense forest characterized by high rainfall and biodiversity, typically found in tropical regions.
The largest hot desert in the world, located in northern Africa, covering an area of approximately 9.2 million square kilometers.
The largest tropical rainforest in the world, spanning several countries in South America and known for its exceptional biodiversity.
A mountain range in Asia, separating the Indian subcontinent from the Tibetan Plateau, and home to the highest peaks on Earth, including Mount Everest.
The world's largest coral reef system, located off the coast of Queensland, Australia, and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
A sea connected to the Atlantic Ocean, surrounded by the Mediterranean Basin and bordered by Europe, Africa, and Asia.
The largest and deepest ocean on Earth, covering approximately one-third of the planet's surface and known for its vastness and diverse marine life.
The imaginary line of latitude located at approximately 66.5 degrees north of the Equator, marking the southernmost point where the sun can remain continuously above or below the horizon for 24 hours.
The southernmost continent, mostly covered by ice, and known for its extreme cold temperatures and unique wildlife, including penguins and seals.
A political and economic union of 27 member states, primarily located in Europe, aimed at promoting peace, stability, and economic cooperation among its members.
An international organization founded in 1945, composed of 193 member states, working towards maintaining international peace and security, promoting human rights, and fostering social and economic development.
A military alliance of 30 member countries from North America and Europe, committed to collective defense and cooperation in response to external threats.
A regional organization established in 1957, which evolved into the European Union, aimed at promoting economic integration and cooperation among its member states.
An international organization that deals with global rules of trade between nations, ensuring the smooth flow of goods, services, and intellectual property across borders.
A period of geopolitical tension between the Soviet Union and the United States and their respective allies, lasting from the end of World War II to the early 1990s.
A system of government in which power is vested in the people, who exercise it through elected representatives, ensuring political equality and protection of individual rights.
A form of government in which a single person, usually a king or queen, serves as the head of state, often with limited or ceremonial powers.
A form of government in which a single person or a small group holds absolute power, often obtained and maintained by force.
A political and economic ideology advocating for the common ownership of the means of production and the absence of social classes, typically associated with authoritarian regimes.
A system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units, such as states or provinces.
The process of increasing interconnectedness and interdependence among countries through the exchange of goods, services, information, and ideas on a global scale.
The study of the influence of geography on politics and international relations, including the impact of physical and human factors on the distribution of power and resources.
A disagreement or conflict between two or more countries over the control or ownership of a particular territory or land.
A line separating two political or geographical areas, often marked by physical barriers or checkpoints, and serving as a boundary between nations or regions.
A region or area in which military forces, especially those of opposing nations, are prohibited or restricted, typically established as part of a ceasefire or peace agreement.
A person who has been forced to leave their home country due to persecution, war, or violence, seeking safety and protection in another country.
Fundamental rights and freedoms to which all individuals are entitled, regardless of their nationality, ethnicity, religion, or other status, including the right to life, liberty, and security.
Long-term shifts in temperature and weather patterns, primarily caused by human activities, such as the burning of fossil fuels and deforestation, leading to environmental and socio-economic impacts.
Materials or substances found in the environment that are valuable to humans, including minerals, water, forests, and energy sources, which can be exploited for economic gain.
Energy derived from sources that are naturally replenished, such as sunlight, wind, water, and geothermal heat, providing a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels.
The increase in the number of individuals in a population over time, resulting from births, deaths, and migration, and influencing social, economic, and environmental dynamics.
The process of population concentration in urban areas, often accompanied by the growth of cities and the transformation of rural landscapes.
The movement of individuals or groups from one place to another, often driven by economic, social, or political factors, and resulting in demographic and cultural changes.
Armed disputes or clashes between nations or groups, often involving political, economic, or territorial issues, and impacting regional and international stability.
Collaborative efforts and agreements between countries to address common challenges, promote peace, and achieve shared goals, often through diplomatic negotiations and multilateral organizations.