Russia Flashcards
1
Q
Where is Russia located?
A
In Eastern Europe and Northern Asia
2
Q
What percentage of Russia is located in Asia?
A
77%
3
Q
What currency is used in Russia?
A
The ruble
4
Q
How many time zones is Russia located across?
A
11
5
Q
What is the capital of Russia?
A
Moscow
6
Q
Who is the president of Russia?
A
Vladimir Putin
7
Q
How many countries does Russia border?
A
14
8
Q
What are the 4 biomes in Russia?
A
Taiga, tundra, steppe, and temperate forest
9
Q
What is the taiga biome characterised by?
A
Coniferous forests
10
Q
What is the coldest biome?
A
Tundra
11
Q
What is the population of Russia?
A
Around 144 million
12
Q
How is population density calculated?
A
Total population over area
13
Q
What is the population density of Russia?
A
8.4 people per kilometre squared
14
Q
What is Chechnya?
A
A Russian republic located in the North Caucasus
