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?

    <p>Sahara</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>It has tall grasses and scattered trees and shrubs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Desertification</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Sahel region</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Yearly weather patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Sahara Desert</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Zonal</p> Signup and view all the answers

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