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What mountain range is located in Central Asia between China and Russia?
What body of water lies east of China?
East China Sea
What is the name of the desert located in northern China and southern Mongolia?
Gobi Desert
Which body of water is located to the north of Vietnam?
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What is the highest mountain range in the world, located in Asia?
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What strait separates Korea from Japan?
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What is the name of the wide alluvial plain located in the northeastern part of China?
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What plateau is located in central Asia, mainly in Mongolia?
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What is Japan's highest peak?
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What is the plain region that forms the heartland of northern China?
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What is the name of the island chain located in southern Japan?
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What sea is located between Japan and the Korean Peninsula?
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What sea is located south of China?
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What strait separates Taiwan from mainland China?
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What desert is located in the Taklamakan region of western China?
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What major mountain range is located in Central Asia, stretching through several countries?
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What plateau is located in Tibet and is known for its high elevation?
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What river forms part of the border between North Korea and China?
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What is the longest river in Asia?
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What is the name of the river often referred to as the Huang He?
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What sea is located east of China, between the mainland and the Korean Peninsula?
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What is the largest body of water on Earth's surface?
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Study Notes
Altai Mountains
- Mountain range located where Russia, China, Mongolia, and Kazakhstan meet.
- Known for natural beauty and biodiversity.
East China Sea
- Marginal sea located between China and Taiwan.
- Significant for maritime trade and fishing.
Gobi Desert
- Vast desert in Central Asia, primarily in Mongolia and northern China.
- Known for cold temperatures and unique wildlife.
Gulf of Tonkin
- Body of water located in the north of Vietnam and south of China.
- Historically significant for naval battles and trade routes.
Himalaya Mountains
- Major mountain range in Asia, separating India from Tibet.
- Home to the world’s highest peaks, including Mount Everest.
Korea Strait
- Body of water that separates South Korea and Japan.
- Crucial for maritime shipping and fishing.
Manchurian Plain
- Fertile lowland region in Northeast China.
- Important for agriculture and historical significance in Chinese history.
Mongolian Plateau
- Elevated landform dominating Mongolia and parts of China.
- Rich in natural resources and grazing lands.
Mt. Fuji
- Iconic stratovolcano located on Honshu Island, Japan.
- Cultural symbol of Japan and a popular subject in art.
North China Plain
- Extensive alluvial plain in northern China.
- One of the most densely populated and agriculturally productive areas.
Ryukyu Islands
- Archipelago located southwest of Japan's main islands.
- Known for rich culture, biodiversity, and tourism.
Sea of Japan
- Body of water bordered by Japan, Russia, and Korea.
- Vital for fishing and maritime trade.
South China Sea
- Largest sea in Southeast Asia, important for global shipping and fisheries.
- Disputed territorial waters involving multiple countries.
Taiwan Strait
- Narrow body of water separating Taiwan and mainland China.
- Strategic for military and economic significance.
Taklimakan Desert
- One of the largest deserts in the world, located in Xinjiang, China.
- Known for harsh climate and unique geological features.
Tian Shan Mountains
- Elongated mountain range in Central Asia, primarily in Kyrgyzstan and China.
- Home to diverse ecosystems and glacial landscapes.
Tibetan Plateau
- Known as "the Roof of the World," it is the highest and largest plateau.
- Key for river sources including the Yangtze, Indus, and Yellow Rivers.
Yalu River
- Major river forming the border between North Korea and China.
- Significant for historical conflicts and trade routes.
Yangtze River
- Longest river in Asia and third longest in the world.
- Vital for transportation, agriculture, and hydroelectric power.
Yellow River
- Second-longest river in China, also known as Huang He.
- Often referred to as "China's Sorrow" due to flooding.
Yellow Sea
- Body of water between China and the Korean Peninsula.
- Important for shipping routes and marine biodiversity.
Pacific Ocean
- Largest and deepest ocean, covering a significant portion of the Earth's surface.
- Influences climate and weather patterns in East Asia.
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