GEO Ch. 16 "Physical Geography of South Asia"

As one travels north to the Ganges Plain, the climate becomes ____________.

During South Asia's cool season, monsoons blow ____________.

They Khyber Pass is located between __________________.

All of the following are mountain systems along S. Asia's northern border EXCEPT the _________.

How many seasons does much of South Asia experience?

Most of South Asia's forests were cut down __________.

The Deccan Plateau and western Pakistan ___________.

Which of the following features has a steppe climate?

Which country has most of the region's mineral resources?

Which major factor shapes the climate of South Asia?

Which river flows through Pakistan?

Approximately how much rain does Bangladesh get per year?

About 40% of India's  population lives ________________.

South Asia is home to what percentage of the world's population?

Approximately 60 million years ago, the South Asian subcontinent was part of ___________.

To meet their energy needs, countries of South Asia rely heavily on ______.

Where is the Thar Desert located?

Where in South Asia is it possible to smell spices growing & see wild elephants?

How many islands do people inhabit in the Maldives?

Which area of India has a tropical dry climate?