Geography: Deserts and River Basins

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Which desert is the largest in the world?

Sahara Desert (correct)
Kalahari Desert
Atacama Desert
Gobi Desert

Cool or temperate deserts are characterized by high temperatures and high rainfall.

False (B)

Name one example of a hot desert.

Sahara Desert

The Sahara Desert covers nearly ______ square kilometers.

8.54 million Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of deserts with their descriptions:

Hot or Tropical Deserts = Located between 20° and 30° latitude Cool or Temperate Deserts = Located between 30° and 55° latitude Cold or Polar Deserts = Located north and south of 60° latitude Sahara Desert = Largest desert in the world Signup and view all the answers

What is the highest recorded summer temperature in the Sahara Desert?

55°C (A) Signup and view all the answers

The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

Name two rivers that flow near the edges of the Sahara Desert.

Nile River and Niger River Signup and view all the answers

Typical vegetation in the Sahara includes and .

cacti, date palms Signup and view all the answers

Match the following economic activities with their descriptions:

Oil extraction = Rich in mineral resources Nomadic herding = Movement with herds of animals Mineral resource extraction = Includes iron and uranium Modern transportation = Gradual replacement of camels Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary feature of the Ganga-Brahmaputra Delta?

It is the largest and fastest-growing delta in the world. (D) Signup and view all the answers

The Ganga River originates in the Brahmaputra River.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

How long does the Ganga-Brahmaputra Basin extend from west to east?

Nearly 2,000 km Signup and view all the answers

The plain in the Ganga-Brahmaputra Basin is relatively _____ and characterized by rivers that have created natural embankments.

flat Signup and view all the answers

Match the following states with their relevance to the Ganga-Brahmaputra Basin:

Punjab = Located in the western part of the basin Assam = Home to the confluence of the Ganga and Brahmaputra Bihar = Central part of the basin West Bengal = Part of the Ganga-Brahmaputra Delta Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following states is NOT part of the US prairies?

Ohio (D) Signup and view all the answers

The prairies experience winter temperatures that can drop to -40°C.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of soil is predominant in the prairies?

chernozem Signup and view all the answers

Most of the population in the prairies lives within _____ km of the major railroad lines.

25 Signup and view all the answers

Match the following features of the prairies with their descriptions:

Chinook winds = Warm winds that melt snow and provide grazing Chernozem = Rich, dark soil found in the prairies Winter temperatures = Can drop to -40°C Plants = Tall grasses covering vast plains Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following countries does NOT have a portion of the Amazon rainforest?

Argentina (C) Signup and view all the answers

The Amazon rainforest receives less than 150 cm of rainfall annually.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the average height of the Ladakh Range?

6,000 m (B) Signup and view all the answers

The Indus River is the only significant river in Ladakh.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason the Amazon rainforest is often referred to as the 'lungs of the Earth'?

Due to its oxygen production. Signup and view all the answers

What are the primary crops grown at higher elevations in Ladakh?

Barley and vegetables Signup and view all the answers

The Amazon rainforest covers approximately _____ million square kilometers.

5.2 Signup and view all the answers

Match the following animals with their descriptions:

Jaguar = Large feline native to the Americas Parrots = Colorful birds known for their ability to mimic sounds Piranha = Carnivorous fish found in freshwater Anteater = Mammal known for eating ants and termites Signup and view all the answers

The second highest peak in Ladakh is __________.

K2 Signup and view all the answers

What are the three divisions of the Veldt based on altitude?

High Veldt, Middle Veldt, Low Veldt (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are the tallest trees in the Amazon rainforest typically over?

50 meters (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor contributes to Ladakh's classification as a cold desert?

Rain shadow effect (B) Signup and view all the answers

The Amazon River is known for being the most voluminous river in terms of water content.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

The climate in the Veldt features cold and wet summers.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following features of Ladakh to their descriptions:

Karakoram Range = High glaciated mountains and plateaus Shyok River = Tributary of the Indus River Chinese traders = Introduced seabuckthorn and other bushes Buddhism and Islam = Predominant religions in Ladakh Signup and view all the answers

Ladakh has a warm and humid climate throughout the year.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Name one type of hardwood tree found in the Amazon rainforest.

Mahogany, rosewood, or ebony. Signup and view all the answers

What limits the growth of agriculture in the Veldt region?

Low rainfall, poor soils, and occasional droughts. Signup and view all the answers

What livestock is commonly raised by people in Ladakh?

Yaks, sheep, and goats Signup and view all the answers

The average annual rainfall in the Veldt is only _____ cm.

25-35 Signup and view all the answers

Which temperate grassland is found in North America?

Prairie (D) Signup and view all the answers

Temperate grasslands receive high annual rainfall.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Name one major crop that grows well in the eastern plains of temperate grasslands.

Rice Signup and view all the answers

The _____ in Australia is a type of temperate grassland.

Downs Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of temperate grasslands with their respective locations:

Prairies = North America Steppe = Central Asia and Europe Pampas = South America Veldts = South Africa Signup and view all the answers

Which grazing animals are commonly found in temperate grasslands?

Horses and buffaloes (D) Signup and view all the answers

Temperate grasslands support the growth of thick forests.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

What climatic condition is ideal for agriculture in the temperate grasslands?

Sub-tropical climate Signup and view all the answers

Rainfall in deserts

The amount of rainfall a region receives in a year. Deserts are characterized by having less than 25 cm of rainfall annually.

Hot or Tropical Deserts

Regions located between 20° and 30° latitude north and south of the equator, known for their high temperatures and very low rainfall.

Cool or Temperate Deserts

Deserts found between 30° and 55° latitude in both hemispheres, with colder temperatures and harsh winters.

Cold or Polar Deserts

Deserts located north of 60° latitude and south of 60° latitude, characterized by permanent ice and short, slightly warmer summers.