test review. the average number of people living in a square mile
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Ch. 1 – Physical Geography of Europe & RussiaTEST REVIEW
KEY TERMSThe average number of people living in a square mile
KEY TERMSThe average number of people living in a square mile
population density
KEY TERMSA cold, dry, treeless region covered with snow for most of the year
KEY TERMSA cold, dry, treeless region covered with snow for most of the year
tundra
KEY TERMSA type of rich, dust-like soil
KEY TERMSA type of rich, dust-like soil
loess
KEY TERMSThe grasslands of fertile soil suitable for farming in Russia
KEY TERMSThe grasslands of fertile soil suitable for farming in Russia
steppes
KEY TERMSA land area nearly surrounded by water
KEY TERMSA land area nearly surrounded by water
peninsula
KEY TERMSThe power generated by water-driven turbines
KEY TERMSThe power generated by water-driven turbineshydroelectric power
KEY TERMSwide and deep enough for ships to travel through
KEY TERMSWide and deep enough for ships to travel through
navigable
KEY TERMSA large raised area of mostly level land bordered on one or more sides with steep slopes or cliffs
KEY TERMSA large raised area of mostly level land bordered on one or more sides with steep slopes or cliffs
plateau
KEY TERMSThe area on the dry, sheltered side of a mountain, which receives little rainfall
KEY TERMSThe area on the dry, sheltered side of a mountain, which receives little rainfall
rain shadow
KEY TERMSA source of energy that forms from the remains of ancient plants and animals
KEY TERMSA source of energy that forms from the remains of ancient plants and animals
fossil fuel
KEY TERMSA permanently frozen layer of ground below the top layer of soil
KEY TERMSA permanently frozen layer of ground below the top layer of soil
permafrost
KEY TERMSA river or stream that flows into a larger river
KEY TERMSA river or stream that flows into a larger river
tributary
Main IdeasWhy does Europe have a mild, rainy climate year-round?
Main IdeasWhy does Europe have a mild, rainy climate year-round?The North Atlantic Current carries warm water and warm winds to Europe
Main IdeasThe continent of Europe forms one giant _________.
Main IdeasThe continent of Europe forms one giant peninsula.
Main Ideas1. Russia is found on which two continents? 2. What is the name of the largest landmass in the world?
Main IdeasRussia is found on which two continents?1. Europe & Asia2. Eurasia
Main IdeasCompare the sizes of Europe and Russia
Main IdeasCompare the sizes of Europe and RussiaEurope is a small continent and Russia is the largest country in the world.
Main IdeasWhat is the Asian side of Russia known as?
Main IdeasWhat is the Asian side of Russia known as?Siberia
Main IdeasWhat landform covers over half of Europe and has productive farmland?
Main IdeasWhat landform covers over half of Europe and has productive farmland?North European Plain
Main IdeasWhat mountain range forms a barrier between Europe and Asia?
Main IdeasWhat mountain range forms a barrier between Europe and Asia?Ural Mountains
Main IdeasName Europe’s most important natural resources
Main IdeasName Europe’s most important natural resources1. fertile soil2. water3. fossil fuels
Main IdeasName the world’s largest freshwater lake and where is it found?
Main IdeasName the world’s largest freshwater lake and where is it found?Lake Baikal, southern Russia
Main IdeasName the 3 major rivers found in Europe.
Main IdeasName the 3 major rivers found in Europe.1.Volga River (longest, frozen most of the year)2. Danube River (2nd longest)3. Rhine River (connected by canals/tributaries)
Main IdeasIn Europe areas west of mountains receive _______ rainfall.
Main IdeasIn Europe areas west of mountains receive heavy rainfall.west is wet
Main IdeasWhat is Ukraine’s most important natural resource?
Main IdeasWhat is Ukraine’s most important natural resource?fertile soil (black earth, good farming)
Main IdeasWhy do only 20% of Russia’s people live in Siberia?
Main IdeasWhy do only 20% of Russia’s people live in Siberia?the harsh climate
Main IdeasWhy isn’t shipping a major industry in Russia?
Main IdeasWhy isn’t shipping a major industry in Russia?Arctic Ocean and Volga River are frozen most of the year
Main IdeasThe natural vegetation of much of Europe is…
Main IdeasThe natural vegetation of much of Europe is…forest
Main Ideas1. What is the name of the largest forest in the world?2. What type of forest is it?
Main IdeasWhat is the name of the largest forest in the world?1. taiga2. coniferous
Main IdeasThe largest coal deposits found in Germany are in what region?
Main IdeasThe largest coal deposits found in Germany are in what region?Ruhr (a region named for the Ruhr River)
Main IdeasWhat climate region would you find in southern Europe (Spain, Italy, Greece)
Main IdeasWhat climate region would you find in southern Europe (Spain, Italy, Greece)Mediterranean climate
Main IdeasWhy hasn’t Russia been able to fully develop its natural resources?1.2.3.
Main IdeasWhy hasn’t Russia been able to fully develop its natural resources?1. huge size2. harsh climate3. few navigable rivers
Main IdeasWhy is the Volga River not navigable all year?
Main IdeasWhy is the Volga River not navigable all year?It is frozen for part of the year
Main IdeasRussia has the largest reserves of:1.2. 3.
Main IdeasRussia has the largest reserves of:1. forests2. natural gas3. iron ore
Main IdeasHow are climate regions and vegetation regions related?
Main IdeasHow are climate regions and vegetation regions related?Climate determines what type of vegetation will grow in an areaEx.- hot, wet climate = dense vegetation (rain forest)
Main IdeasSome of the world’s worst pollution problems are found in which country?
Main IdeasSome of the world’s worst pollution problems are found in which country?
Russia