Africa's Enviromental Issues Study Flashcards
Why do some governments ignore industrial pollution of major rivres and waterways?
They want the industries to be profitable
What is found on the African Savanna?
A wide variety of animals
What is the name for a desert area that gets some rainfall or where there is a spring?
Oasis
Which phrase best describes the Sahara region?
Hot, dry desert
What is a nomad?
One who wanders from place to find food and water
Why are the majority of Sub-Saharan African cities located along major rivers and the coast?
They needed access to bodies of water for trade
What is one effect of deforestation?
an increase in erosion
What phrase best describes the rain forest?
A. Rolling Grassy Plains
B. Semi-Arid farmland
C. Hot and dry desert
D. Humid and warm with thick vegetation
D is the correct answer
Increasing desertification and drought in Africa would have the GREATEST likelihood of…..
A. Resulting in starvation
B. Causing Civil Wars
C. Improving trade relations with other nations
D. Causing an increase in the cases of AIDS
The correct answer is A.