Geography of India Overview

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What borders India to the northwest?

  • Pakistan (correct)
  • Bangladesh
  • Bhutan
  • Sri Lanka

Which river flows through parts of India before emptying into the Bay of Bengal?

  • Nile River
  • Amazon River
  • Ganges River (correct)
  • Yangtze River

Where is India's southernmost point located?

  • Ganges River
  • Jammu & Kashmir
  • Himalayas
  • Kanyakumari (correct)

What are the coordinates that place India on a globe or map?

<p>8°4'N to 37°6'N and 69°7'E to 97°25'E (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of terrain forms most of India's northern boundary?

<p>Himalayas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In terms of land area, where does India rank globally?

<p>One of the largest countries in the world (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many electrons can go into each shell near the nucleus?

<p>Two (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens after the electron configuration number eighteen?

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Between the numbers that end in zero or five, how many extra spaces lie?

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Why do atoms want to fill up their shells completely before moving onto the next one?

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Which type of particles are heavier elements in an atom?

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How do particles arrange themselves according to certain rules concerning space and energy levels?

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What are the three types of particles that make up an atom?

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Which subatomic particle has a positive electric charge?

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What gives each type of atom its own unique identity?

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How do electrons change their energy level within an atom?

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Which subatomic particle has no electric charge?

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What type of particles are contained within the atomic nucleus?

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Study Notes

India is located in South Asia, sharing its borders with several other nations. It's bordered by Pakistan to the northwest, China, Nepal, and Bhutan to the northeast, Bangladesh and Myanmar to the east, and Sri Lanka to the south. Its southernmost point is Kanyakumari while Jammu & Kashmir at the northern end of the country can reach up to the Himalayas.

In terms of land area, India spans over 7 million square kilometers, making it one of the largest countries in the world. This vast stretch includes diverse terrains ranging from fertile plains to rugged mountain ranges like the Himalayas, which form most of the northern boundary. Additionally, the Ganges River flows through parts of India before emptying into the Bay of Bengal.

The coordinates of India place it between 8°4'N to 37°6'N and 69°7'E to 97°25'E. These sets of numbers give a precise idea where you will find India on a globe or map, allowing you to pinpoint its exact location. This makes finding information about this large nation much easier for anyone interested in learning more about it.

These facts not only help us understand where India lies on the map and what kind of landscape it encompasses, they also shed light on the variety of cultures and traditions prevalent within its boundaries. From bustling cities to rural villages, each part of India has something unique to offer, creating a vibrant mosaic of experiences waiting to be explored.

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