Landforms
Name three of the largest rivers in Sub-Saharan Africa:
Niger, Nile, and Congo River
Climate wit very little rainfall and high temperatures
Arid (Desert)
The longest river in the world?
Nile River
The physical features of Earth's surface
Geography
The line that runs through the middle of the Earth
Equator
This desert is the largest hot desert in the world
Sahara Desert
Climate found near the equator with lots of rain and heat
Tropical
This river flows through Central Africa and is important for trade
Congo River
The average weather over time
Climate
Sub-Saharan Africa is located ____ of the Sahara Desert
South
This region is known for having dense forests in Central Africa
Rainforest, Tropical, (Congo Rainforest)
A large body of water surrounded by land
Lake
A fertile area in a desert with water
Oasis
Why do many people live near rivers?
Water, farming, transportation
Why are rivers important in Sub-Saharan Africa?
The number of people living in a certain area
Population density
What is one challenge of living in desert regions?
Lack of water / extreme heat
How does climate affect where people live?
It affects resources like water, food, and shelter
This lake is one of the largest in Africa and a major water source
Lake Victoria
Land that is good for farming
Fertile
Why is Sub-Saharan Africa is important geographically?
Diverse landforms, climates, and resources