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Why is the Dead Sea called the Dead Sea?
Why is the Dead Sea called the Dead Sea?
- It is located in a politically unstable region and is therefore 'dead' to tourism.
- It is a remnant of a once-larger sea that has dried up completely.
- The water is so salty that no organisms can live in it. (correct)
- The sea has a dangerous current.
A tourist visiting the Dead Sea can expect to:
A tourist visiting the Dead Sea can expect to:
- Struggle to swim due to strong currents.
- Float effortlessly due to the high salt concentration. (correct)
- Sink easily due to the low density of the water.
- Find many species of fish and aquatic plants.
Which of the following statements accurately describes the Nile River?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the Nile River?
- It is relatively short compared to other major rivers.
- It flows through ten countries before reaching the Mediterranean Sea. (correct)
- Its exact origin and the meaning of its name are definitively known.
- It is primarily used for industrial transportation rather than agriculture.
Why is the Atacama Desert a prime location for astronomical observatories?
Why is the Atacama Desert a prime location for astronomical observatories?
If you were planning a trip to the Atacama Desert, what would be the MOST important consideration for clothing?
If you were planning a trip to the Atacama Desert, what would be the MOST important consideration for clothing?
Flashcards
What is the Dead Sea?
What is the Dead Sea?
The lowest place on Earth, 420 meters below sea level, with water so salty nothing can live in it.
What is Nile River?
What is Nile River?
The world's longest river, flowing 6,695 kilometers through ten countries before reaching the Mediterranean Sea.
What is the Atacama Desert?
What is the Atacama Desert?
The driest place on Earth, receiving an average of only 1 mm of rainfall per year.
What is altitude?
What is altitude?
The height of a geographical location relative to sea level.
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What is rainfall?
What is rainfall?
The amount of rain that falls in a place within a particular period.
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- Some unusual places on Earth hold world records.
The Dead Sea
- The Dead Sea is the lowest place on Earth, at 420 meters below sea level.
- It is so salty that nothing can live in it, hence the name.
- It is a popular vacation spot due to its sunny and warm climate.
- The high salt content allows visitors to float easily in the water.
The Nile River
- The Nile River in Africa is the longest river in the world, according to the Guinness Book of World Records.
- It stretches 6,695 kilometers.
- It flows through ten countries before reaching the Mediterranean Sea.
- The origin of the name "Nile" is uncertain, with possible roots in the Hebrew word "nachal" (river) or the Greek word "neilos" (valley).
The Atacama Desert
- The Atacama Desert in South America is the driest place on Earth.
- The average rainfall is only 1 mm per year, and some areas never receive rain.
- Temperatures are extreme, with daytime temperatures exceeding 40ºC and nighttime temperatures potentially dropping to 5ºC or less.
- It is an ideal location for stargazing, and is the location of the ALMA, the largest telescope in the world.
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