Eastern Hemisphere Geography Flashcard

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Eastern Hemisphere

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The area of Earth east of the Prime Meridian, including Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia

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Why do people in the Eastern Hemisphere often settle near bodies of water?

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Water sources provide resources for drinking, farming, and transportation

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How might the climate zone of a region in the Eastern Hemisphere affect the types of crops grown there?

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Climate zones determine which crops can survive and thrive

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How does the physical environment, including features such as deserts, mountains, and rivers, influence population distribution in the Middle East?

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Population is concentrated near rivers and coastal areas where water is available, while deserts and mountains have lower population density.

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What is the prime resource (export) of the Middle East, as shown on the product map?

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Oil (Petroleum)

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Common physical characteristics in the Eastern Hemisphere?

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Deserts, mountains, rivers, and varied climate zones

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What are the three types of climate zones found in the Eastern Hemisphere?

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Tropical, temperate, and polar

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How might past conflicts over land use in a region in the Eastern Hemisphere affect the region today?

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It may lead to ongoing disputes and challenges in sharing resources

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Which of the following are major bodies of water found in the Eastern Hemisphere?

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Mediterranean Sea, Persian Gulf, and Red Sea

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Countries in the Eastern Hemisphere, focusing on the Middle East:

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Afghanistan, Iran, and Iraq