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Which region of Peru is indicated by the green color on the map?
Which region of Peru is indicated by the green color on the map?
Which region of Peru is indicated by the turquoise color on the map?
Which region of Peru is indicated by the turquoise color on the map?
What is the name of the city located in the region marked with the turquoise color in the inset map?
What is the name of the city located in the region marked with the turquoise color in the inset map?
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Selva
Selva
A natural region in Peru characterized by dense tropical forests.
Sierra
Sierra
The mountainous region of Peru, often includes high peaks and valleys.
Costa
Costa
The coastal region of Peru along the Pacific Ocean.
Map Colors
Map Colors
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Natural Regions Key
Natural Regions Key
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Scale Bar
Scale Bar
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Compass Rose
Compass Rose
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Light Olive Green
Light Olive Green
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Teal/Turquoise
Teal/Turquoise
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Orange
Orange
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Study Notes
Natural Regions of Peru
- Peru is divided into three major natural regions: Selva, Sierra, and Costa.
- Selva: A tropical rainforest region, located in the eastern part of the country. This region is associated with specific crops and resources found there.
- Sierra: A high-elevation mountainous region, spanning a significant area of central Peru. This region is characterized by a variety of agricultural practices and altitudes.
- Costa: A coastal region, located along the Pacific Ocean. This region is known for diverse coastal ecosystems and specific crops dependent on its climate.
- The map visualizes these regions by color-coding, with distinct colors for Selva, Sierra, and Costa, highlighting the geographical distribution across Peru. Locations like Tumbes, Loreto, Amazon, Piura, Lambayeque,Cajamarca, San Martín, La Libertad, Ancash, Ucayali, Huánuco, Pasco, Junín, Madre de Dios, Callao, Lima, Huancavelica, Ica, Ayacucho, Apurimac, Cusco, Arequipa, Moquegua and Tacna are clearly marked.
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Description
Explore the three major natural regions of Peru: Selva, Sierra, and Costa. This quiz covers the geographical features, agricultural practices, and specific crops associated with each region. Learn about the diverse ecosystems and locations that define Peru's natural landscape.
