terrain is a term used to describe the physical features of a particular geographical location or place. think about the terrain surrounding south saint paul. in the box below list some terms or criteria we could use when trying to compare the terrain of south saint paul to other parts of minnesota.
- Elevation
- Slope gradient
- Soil type
- Vegetation cover
- Water bodies (lakes, rivers, wetlands)
- Climate (temperature and precipitation)
- Land use (urban, rural, agricultural)
- Natural features (rock formations, canyons, forests)
- Human-made structures (bridges, dams, highways)