Physical Processes of South Asia 2012, TESCCC World Geography
Unit 10, Lesson 01
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Why are mountains an obstacle to settlement? Mt. Everest 2012,
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The Himalayas Mountain range that forms part of the northern
border of the region Created due to convergence of tectonic plates
Contains the highest peak in the world Contains lakes and glaciers
Height of the range affects climate and forms a barrier for the
monsoon winds Sacred peaks for both Hindu and Buddhist followers
Three major rivers begin in the Himalayas-Brahmaputra, Indus, and
Ganges 2012, TESCCC
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How did the Himalayas form? 2012, TESCCC
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Climate Variations in climate in the region are due in part to
elevation The monsoon creates a wet and dry season 2012,
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Mainland and Islands The Maldives and Sri Lanka are island
nations. India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh are located on the Asian
continent with coastlines along the Indian ocean. India is a large
peninsula. Bhutan and Nepal are landlocked nations between India
and China Long rivers, plains, hills, plateaus, and mountains are
found on the mainland. 2012, TESCCC
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Population Density in South Asia The region is one of the most
populated areas on the planet. Roughly one-quarter of the world
lives in the region. The average population density is 7 times the
world average. What strains will large populations place on the
physical environment? 2012, TESCCC
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Agriculture Most people in the region are involved in
agriculture. The region has a large amount of arable lands 80% of
South Asias poor live in rural areas. Agricultural and rural
development is key to reducing poverty and creating conditions for
sustainable growth. 2012, TESCCC
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How do the land and climate determine types of industry in Sri
Lanka? Tea plantation 2012, TESCCC
