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What is the name of the long mountain range in South America?
Andes Mountains
How many rivers are in South America?
6
What is the longest river in South America?
Amazon
What is the name of the highest mountain in South America?
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What is the elevation of Mount Aconcagua?
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Which oceans border South America?
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Which sea borders South America?
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Is Patagonia a desert, grassland, or forest area?
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Which two areas in South America are considered grasslands?
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What is another name for a group of islands?
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Where are the Galapagos Islands located?
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What is the Gran Chaco?
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Where is the Gran Chaco located?
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What is the term for land drained by a river?
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What is a point of land that extends into a sea or ocean called?
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What is the term for height above sea level?
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What is a chain of mountains called?
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What are natural landforms and waterways on Earth's surface called?
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What is a map that shows natural landforms and waterways on Earth's surface called?
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What is a dense, tropical forest where a lot of rain falls called?
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What is a body of salt water that is part of an ocean, yet is partially enclosed by land?
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What is a narrow channel connecting two bodies of water called?
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Study Notes
South America Geography Overview
- Andes Mountains: The longest mountain range in South America, running along the western coast of the continent.
- Amazon River: Recognized as the longest river in South America, crucial for biodiversity and ecosystems.
- Mount Aconcagua: The highest peak in South America, reaching an elevation of 22,831 feet.
- Geographic Borders: South America is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the east, the Southern Ocean to the south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west.
- Caribbean Sea: The sea that lies to the north of South America.
Natural Regions
- Patagonia: Characterized as a desert region, known for its arid climate and unique landscapes.
- Grasslands: Llanos and Pampas are the main grassland regions, offering fertile soil and vast open spaces.
Landforms and Definitions
- Archipelago: A term used to describe a group of islands like the Galapagos Islands, located west of the South American continent in the Pacific Ocean.
- Gran Chaco: A hardwood scrub forest area situated in central South America, providing a diverse habitat.
- Basin: The region of land that is drained by a river, playing a critical role in hydrology.
- Cape: A geographical term for a point of land extending into a sea or ocean.
Physical Geography Concepts
- Elevation: Refers to the height of land above sea level, an important factor in climate and vegetation diversity.
- Mountain Range: A chain of mountains, such as the Andes, that influences weather patterns and ecosystems.
- Physical Features: Encompasses natural landforms and waterways, essential for understanding geography.
- Physical Map: A type of map designed to illustrate natural landforms and waterways, providing insights into geological features.
Ecosystems
- Rainforest: Dense tropical forests with high rainfall, crucial for sustaining diverse wildlife and plant species.
Water Geography
- Sea: Defined as a body of saltwater that forms part of an ocean but is partially surrounded by land.
- Strait: A narrow channel connecting two larger bodies of water, important for navigation and marine life.
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