Companion Workbook Review Flashcards

1
Q

Where does Spain rank in terms of: size; mountains and altitude?

A

3rd largest
3rd most mountainous
2nd highest

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2
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How high is Madrid within EU capitals?

A

2nd highest capital

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3
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What are Spain’s major mountain ranges?

A
Pirineos (NE)
Cordillera Cantábrica
Macizo Galacio
Sistema Ibérico
Sistema Central
Sistema Bético
Sierra Morena
Montes Toledo
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4
Q

What are the primary soils types?

A

Metamorphic - heat & pressure
Sedimentary - rivers
Volcanic

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5
Q

What are the climate types in Spain?

A

Maritime - Green Spain
Continental - most of central
Mediterranean - from Cataluña to Andalucia

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6
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What are the main “winds” in Spain?

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Leveche - hot/dry/dusty - Cataluña & Valencia
Levante (Solano) - Strong/Hot/From East - Andalucia
Poniente - cool/humid from west / Andalucia
Cierzo - Powerful N/NW - Rijo
Tramontana - Dry / Strong / Northwind - Emporada, Cataluña

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