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Latin America

Discover the diverse landscapes of Latin America, from highlands to lowlands, mountains to plains. The Andes Mountains and Amazon River shape the region's economy and lifestyle, with abundant natural resources influencing the way of life. Various climates and vegetation types, from grasslands to rainforests, create a rich tapestry of environments. Agriculture and urbanization have changed the landscape, while tourism is making a growing impact on the environment. Spanish is the dominant language, with notable landmarks like the Sierra Madre and Andes Mountains. Explore major river systems like the Orinoco, Amazon, and Parana, and the distinct groups of islands in the Caribbean. Rich in resources such as gold, iron, and energy sources, Latin America offers a mix of climates and vegetation types, from tropical rainforests to Mediterranean. Dive into the fascinating world of Latin America's geography and culture.

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Latin America

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  1. Latin America Landforms include highlands, lowlands, mountains & plains The Andes Mts & Amazon River important features of region Abundant natural resources shape economy & lifestyle Variety of climates Vegetation ranges from grasslands to rain forest Agriculture & urbanization have altered landscape Tourism is having a growing impact on environment

  2. Latin America • Spanish is dominate language • Sierra Madre Mts in Mexico • Andes Mts in South America-Inca lived there • 3 major river systems=Orinoco, Amazon, Parana

  3. Caribbean3 major groups1. Bahamas-100+ ISLANDS SOUTH OF FLORIDA. NASSAU CAPITAL 2. greater ANTILLIES-LAGER ISLANDS IN CARIBBEAN. Cuba, Jamaica, Hispaniola (haiti & dominican republic), Puerto rico3. LESSER ANTILLIES-southeast of P.R. Windward & leeward islands Caribbean

  4. Resources • Gold, iron, silver, copper, bauxite(aluminum), tin, lead, nickel • Gems, titanium, tungsten • Jamaica-sugar & bananas • Energy resources- oil, coal, natural gas, uranium, hydroelectric power • Venezuela & Mexico major oil resources

  5. Climate & Vegetation • Tropical wet- rain forests • Hot & humid Amazon River basin • Dry & desert like • Tropical dry • Semiarid • Humid subtropical • Mediterranean • Marine west coast • Highlands

  6. Review • Now open your book to page 214 • Complete all of p 214 • Complete sentences for B and Main Ideas

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