Latin America EQ’s chapter 9 – Flashcards
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How did the Andes Mountains affect settlement along the western coast of south america
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American range, volcanoes, barrier to interior
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How are the landforms of the region both a disadvantage and advantage
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Face winds, sheltered from prevailing westerlies
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What effect did natural resources have on the development of the region
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Major exporter of methanol, oil, hydroelectric power
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2 reasons for the variety of climate and vegetation found in Latin America
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1. Change in elevation 2. Great distances on either side of the equator
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How have humans changed the environment in Latin America to make it more suitable for agriculture
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Crops, and steep fields into mountains and hillsides
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What factors have drawn people from the countryside into the cities of the region
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Better jobs, school, and Medicare
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What are some of the advantages of tourism to the Caribbean
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More businesses, regional ports, reduce income gap, tourists spend more money
