Russian Climate
Most of Russia and the Republics lays in which climate zones?
Subarctic and Tundra
Deepest lake in the world that holds 20% of the world's fresh water?
Baikal
What is rainfall that is not absorbed by the soil and runs into streams and rivers?
Runoff
What is the common nickname for Europe?
Peninsula of Peninsulas
What are the two major rivers in Europe?
Danube Rhine
Name one way that the distance from the sea effect major climate regions
Decreases precipitation, creates extreme (colder) temperatures
What is the world's largest inland sea?
Caspian Sea
Which french leader conquered Europe in the early 1800s?
Napoleon Bonaparte
What is the most famous mountain range in Europe?
Alps
What are the Four Subregions of Europe?
Mediterranean
Western
Northern
Eastern
What is the largest forest in the world (found in Russia)?
Taiga
Due to its rivers, Russia produces a fair amount of what type of energy?
Hydroelectric
Harsh climate has helped Russia fight off what?
Invaders
Where is the birthplace of the Olympic Games?
Greece
What ancient empire developed Christianity?
Rome
What are the four major vegetation regions?
Tundra, Forest, Steppe, and Desert
What factor makes the Aral and Caspian lakes a Sea?
Saltwater/size
Permafrost
What is the nickname for the Netherlands?
Holland
Which region is a major source of grain for Russia?
Steppe
What fraction of the world's timber does Russia have?
1/5
Trans-Siberian Railroad
How do the Dutch reclaim needed land?
From the sea, polder, dikes SEAWORKS
Who is the best Geography teacher in the world?
COACH LONG