Africa's Enviromental Issues Study Flashcards

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Why do some governments ignore industrial pollution of major rivres and waterways?

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They want the industries to be profitable

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What is found on the African Savanna?

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A wide variety of animals

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What is the name for a desert area that gets some rainfall or where there is a spring?

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Oasis

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Which phrase best describes the Sahara region?

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Hot, dry desert

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What is a nomad?

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One who wanders from place to find food and water

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Why are the majority of Sub-Saharan African cities located along major rivers and the coast?

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They needed access to bodies of water for trade

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What is one effect of deforestation?

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an increase in erosion

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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

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D is the correct answer

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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

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The correct answer is A.

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