South America's Physical Geography

Explore the diverse physical geography of South America, characterized by mountains, rivers, rainforests, and deserts. Learn about the Andes Mountains, the longest mountain range in the world that runs along the western edge of South America.

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Which region in South America is known for its extreme aridity?

Gran Chaco

Where is the Atacama Desert located?

Chile

Which South American region covers parts of Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana?

Guiana Highlands

Which river basin in South America is the largest in the world?

<p>Amazon River Basin</p> Signup and view all the answers

The physical geography of South America varies from dense rainforests to high mountain ranges, making it a region of great ecological significance. What is the region known for its dense rainforests?

<p>Amazon Rainforest</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which continent is South America located in?

<p>South America</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are the Andes Mountains located?

<p>Western edge of South America</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which country has the highest point in both South America and the Southern Hemisphere?

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

Where is the Amazon rainforest located?

<p>South America</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the Pampas known for?

<p>Vast grasslands</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are the Brazilian Highlands located?

<p>Eastern part of South America</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which country has the highest point in both South America and the Southern Hemisphere?

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

Where are the Brazilian Highlands primarily located?

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

Which region is known for its vast grasslands and is famous for agriculture and cattle ranching?

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

In which country can the Amazon rainforest be found?

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

Which mountain range runs along the western edge of South America and is known for its high peaks?

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

What is the largest rainforest in the world known for its incredible biodiversity?

<p>Amazon Rainforest</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which region in South America is characterized by scrub vegetation and relative aridity?

<p>Gran Chaco</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the Atacama Desert located?

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

Which South American river basin is the largest in the world?

<p>Amazon River basin</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which highlands cover parts of Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana?

<p>Guiana Highlands</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the physical geography of South America known for?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most distinguishing feature of the Gran Chaco?

<p>Scrub vegetation and relative aridity</p> Signup and view all the answers

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