Asia's Population Distribution

Why does China have a variety of climates?

• Because it is located near the equator

• Because of its great size

• Because it is surrounded by oceans

• Because it has no mountains

What effect do the high mountain ranges to the south of China have on the climate?

• They bring moisture from the Indian Ocean

• They create a tropical climate

• They cut off moisture from the Indian Ocean

• They make the region cold and wet

In cities like Beijing and Shanghai, what can the population density exceed?

• 1,000 people per square mile

• 3,000 people per square mile

• 6,000 people per square mile

• 10,000 people per square mile

What is the significance of China's land and rivers despite much of the land not being arable?

• They are used for tourism.

• They provide a foundation for industry and economic growth.

• They are used for recreational activities.

• They are primarily for wildlife conservation.

Which of these resources contributes to China's energy sector?

• Tin

• Manganese

• Petroleum

• Antimony

What is the role of hydropower in China?

• It is used for irrigation.

• It is a major source of renewable energy.

• It is used for transportation.

• It is primarily for recreational purposes.

Which of the following is a heavy metal resource found in China?

• Zinc

• Tin

• Lead

• Aluminum

Which natural resource is crucial for China's industrial sector?

• Uranium

• Coal

• Mercury

• Tin

What is the significance of China's hydropower potential?

• It is the largest in the world.

• It is the smallest in the world.

• It is used only for local consumption.

• It is primarily for export.

How does the Japan Current affect the climate of Japan?

• It brings cold water to the southern coasts.

• It brings warm water to the southern and eastern coasts.

• It cools the northern coast.

• It causes monsoons.