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What is the approximate land area of Israel?
What is the approximate land area of Israel?
- 15,000 square miles
- 20,000 square miles
- 5,000 square miles
- 10,000 square miles (correct)
Which country is NOT a neighbor of Israel?
Which country is NOT a neighbor of Israel?
- Syria
- Saudi Arabia (correct)
- Lebanon
- Turkey
What type of climate does Israel have in its southern region?
What type of climate does Israel have in its southern region?
- Alpine
- Tropical Rainforest
- Arid Desert (correct)
- Mediterranean
Which city is known for its religious significance across multiple religions?
Which city is known for its religious significance across multiple religions?
What type of economy does Israel have?
What type of economy does Israel have?
Which Israeli city is considered one of the world's top party cities?
Which Israeli city is considered one of the world's top party cities?
Study Notes
Israel
Geography
Israel is located in the Middle East between Egypt to the southwest, the Mediterranean Sea to the west, Turkey to the north, Lebanon to the northeast, Syria to the east, Jordan to the southeast, the West Bank and Egypt's Sinai Peninsula to the south. Its land area is approximately 8,957 square miles (23,197 km²).
Population
The population of Israel was estimated to be around 9.6 million people in July 2019.
Climate
Israel has a diverse climate with arid desert regions in the southern part of the country, temperate regions in the central part, and Mediterranean climates along the coast.
Economy
Israel has a high-technology economy and is considered one of the world's most innovative countries. In 2018, it had $39 billion in venture capital investments. It also receives $10 billion in foreign investment per year.
Culture
Israel assumes a leading role in technology innovation and production worldwide, maintaining a steady stream of new companies and products that often set industry standards. Jerusalem is known for religious significance across multiple religions. Tel Aviv is considered one of the world's top party cities.
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Description
Explore key facts about Israel including its geography, population, climate, economy, and culture. Learn about its diverse climate, high-technology economy, and leading role in technology innovation worldwide.
