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Which countries in South America primarily touch the Pacific Ocean?

  • Peru and Venezuela
  • Ecuador and Uruguay
  • Argentina and Brazil
  • Chile and Colombia (correct)
  • Which of the following countries does NOT touch the Atlantic Ocean?

  • Bolivia (correct)
  • Venezuela
  • Guyana
  • Argentina
  • What is the largest distance from north to south across South America?

  • 10000 km
  • 4358 km
  • 5000 km
  • 7914 km (correct)
  • Which mountain range runs along the western side of South America?

    <p>Andes Mountains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature characterizes the Pacific Coastal strip of South America?

    <p>It contains deep inlets known as fiords.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many independent countries are there in South America?

    <p>14</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following countries is part of the British Overseas Territories in South America?

    <p>Falkland Islands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two river systems contribute to the Central lowlands in South America?

    <p>Amazon and Orinoco</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of deforestation in the Amazon Rainforest?

    <p>Cattle ranching and soya bean fields</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which river is known for having the world's highest waterfall, Angel?

    <p>Churun River</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant resource is found at Lake Maracaibo?

    <p>Oil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Lithium Triangle' refer to?

    <p>A region encompassing parts of Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile with lithium reserves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which South American lake is the highest navigable lake in the world?

    <p>Lake Titicaca</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of vegetation mainly covers the northern plains of South America?

    <p>Savanna grass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which river basin is recognized for having the largest flow of water in the world?

    <p>Amazon River</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does the Orinoco River traverse before reaching the Atlantic Ocean?

    <p>2740 km</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country in South America has the highest population?

    <p>Brazil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mountain range runs almost the entirety of South America?

    <p>The Andes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the height of the Orinoco River's source near Mount Delgado Chalboud?

    <p>1000 m</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the height of Mount Aconcagua?

    <p>6962 meters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main highlands divided by the Amazon River?

    <p>Brazilian and Guiana Highlands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a major tributary of the Amazon River?

    <p>Rio de la Plata</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes the eastern highlands of South America?

    <p>They are plateaus made up of old rocks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of the Gran Chaco region?

    <p>It is a region of scrub forest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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