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Physical Features of West Africa

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What is the characteristic of the climate zones in West Africa?

They are organized by zone (correct)
They are mostly desert-like
They are identical to each other
They are scattered and random

What is the main reason for desertification in the Sahel?

Soil erosion
Deforestation and overgrazing (correct)
Lack of rainfall
High population density

Which climate zone in West Africa has the most fertile soil?

Sahara
Savanna (correct)
Sahel
Semiarid

What is the name of the largest desert in West Africa?

Sahara (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of the savanna zone in West Africa?

It has tall grasses and scattered trees and shrubs (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consequence of overgrazing and deforestation in the Sahel region?

Desertification (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which geographical feature divides the Sahara Desert from the wetter regions of West Africa?

Sahel region (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor that contributes to the variability in rainfall in the Sahel region?

Yearly weather patterns (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which region of West Africa has the fewest people due to the harsh climate conditions?

Sahara Desert (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the organization of climate regions in West Africa?

Zonal (C) Signup and view all the answers

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