Climate
Topography
100
Mediterranean Tropical Rainy Savanna (Sahel) Arid (Desert)
What are the climate zones in Africa?
100
Nile Niger Zaire Zambezi
What are the rivers in Africa?
200
Warm summers and cool winters Excellent for agricultural development
What is a Mediterranean climate?
200
Makes it difficult for trade and travel
What is the impact of elevation on Africa?
300
Central Africa Rain forest region Only 10-12% of the continent
What is a Tropical Rainy climate?
300
Mountains and Plateaus
What makes Africa the highest continent in the world?
400
Borders the desert Rain is seasonal Can experience periods of long drought Approx 40% of Africa
What is a Savanna climate?
400
Smooth coastline Lack of harbors
What has prevented Africa from having easy access to trade?
500
40% of Africa NOT enough to support life Includes Sahara, Kalahari, Namib, and the Nubian
What is an Arid climate?
500
Lack of access by outsiders
Why is Arica called the "Dark Continent"?
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