Continents and World Regions

Vocabulary flashcards covering the definitions and models of continents and world regions from the provided lecture material.

Continents and Oceans Map

A map depicting the world's landmasses and oceans, contrasting the 5-continent model with the 7-region model.

Werelddeel (World Region)

An island or large landmass that is separated from other landmasses by seas.

5-Continent Model

A geographic classification that divides the Earth into 5 main landmasses: America, Eurasia, Australia, Africa, and Antarctica.

7-Region Model (7 Werelddelen)

A geographic classification that divides the world into 7 parts: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Oceania, Africa, and Antarctica.

Eurasia

In the 5-continent classification, the single combined landmass containing both Europe and Asia.

Oceania

In the 7-region classification, the world region comprising Australia and the surrounding Pacific islands.