Life in the Deserts
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What is the Sahara desert characterised by?

  • Low rainfall and extreme temperatures (correct)
  • Heavy rainfall and moderate temperatures
  • High altitude and abundant vegetation
  • Scanty vegetation and mild temperatures
  • In what continent is the Sahara desert located?

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia
  • Africa (correct)
  • How many countries does the Sahara desert touch?

  • 17
  • 8
  • 11 (correct)
  • 5
  • What does water mean to plants, animals, and people?

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    What type of desert areas are discussed in the text?

    <p>Desert areas with extreme temperatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do cave paintings in the Sahara desert reveal about its past?

    <p>Presence of rivers with crocodiles and diverse wildlife</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the transformation of the present-day Sahara desert from a lush green plain to a hot and dry region?

    <p>Changes in climate conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which animal species are prominent in the Sahara desert?

    <p>Camels, hyenas, and scorpions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What activities are pursued by the Bedouins and Tuaregs in the Sahara desert?

    <p>Nomadic livestock rearing and leather production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been constantly transforming the Sahara desert in Algeria, Libya, and Egypt?

    <p>Discovery of oil - a product in great demand worldwide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Sahara Desert Characteristics

    • The Sahara desert is characterised by its hot and dry climate.

    Location and Extent

    • The Sahara desert is located in the continent of Africa.
    • The Sahara desert touches 11 countries.

    Importance of Water

    • Water is crucial for plants, animals, and people to survive in the Sahara desert.

    Types of Deserts

    • The text discusses two types of desert areas: hot and dry deserts like the Sahara, and cold deserts like the Gobi.

    Sahara's Past

    • Cave paintings in the Sahara desert reveal that it was once a lush green plain.

    Transformation of the Sahara

    • The primary reason for the transformation of the present-day Sahara desert from a lush green plain to a hot and dry region is climate change.

    Sahara Wildlife

    • Prominent animal species in the Sahara desert include fennec foxes, dorcas gazelles, and addax antelopes.

    Sahara Inhabitants

    • The Bedouins and Tuaregs in the Sahara desert pursue activities like nomadic herding, trade, and tourism.

    Constant Transformation

    • Wind and water have been constantly transforming the Sahara desert in Algeria, Libya, and Egypt.

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    Explore the challenges faced by people living in desert areas and how they cope with extreme temperatures. Learn about the significance of water in desert environments and how it impacts the lives of plants, animals, and humans.

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