Cordilleras Oriental - Occidental

What is the name of the western mountain range in the Cordilleras Oriental?

• Rocky Mountains

• Cordillera Occidental

• Andes

• Cordillera Central

Which mountain range is known for its rich biodiversity and unique ecosystems?

• Himalayas

• Andes

• Rockies

• Alps

What is the highest peak in the Cordilleras Occidental?

• Mount Everest

• Mount Kilimanjaro

• Mount McKinley

• Mount Huascarán

Which famous river originates in the Cordilleras Occidental?

• Amazon River

• Nile River

• Magdalena River

• Yangtze River

What type of climate is predominant in the Cordilleras Occidental?

• Rainforest

• Desert

• Alpine Tundra

• Savanna

Which indigenous communities are known to inhabit the Cordilleras Occidental?

• Mapuche, Selk'nam, and Yaghan tribes

• Kogi, Arhuaco, and Wiwa tribes

• Maya, Aztec, and Zapotec tribes

• Inca, Quechua, and Aymara tribes

What is the significance of the Cordilleras Occidental in terms of water resources?

• It serves as a crucial watershed, providing a source of freshwater for various ecosystems and human populations.

• It is a man-made reservoir with no natural water flow

• It is a volcanic area with limited water availability

• It is a desert region with no water sources

How does the Cordilleras Occidental contribute to the overall landscape of the region?

• The Cordilleras Occidental contributes to the overall landscape by having moderate hills and shallow valleys.

• The Cordilleras Occidental contributes to the overall landscape by being a flat plain with no significant features.

• The Cordilleras Occidental contributes to the overall landscape by being covered in dense forests with no visible terrain.

• The Cordilleras Occidental contributes to the overall landscape by providing rugged terrain, high peaks, and deep valleys.

What are some of the major environmental challenges faced by the Cordilleras Occidental?

• Air pollution, overpopulation, climate change

• Deforestation, soil erosion, loss of biodiversity, water pollution

How does the Cordilleras Occidental impact the local flora and fauna?

• By promoting the growth of invasive species

• By causing deforestation and habitat destruction

• By reducing biodiversity through pollution

• By providing diverse habitats due to varying elevations