Q1
What climate is found near the equator in South America?
AHot and humid tropical
BCold and dry
CDesert
DArctic
ICSEClass 6 (ICSE)GeographyCh 11 · Topic 2
Practice and Revision - South America - Climate, Vegetation and Resources
Let us practise and revise what we learned about south america - climate, vegetation and resources. South America has varied climates, from
Core concept
Near the equator, South America has a hot, humid tropical climate supporting the Amazon Rainforest's lush vegetation.
How it works
Southern parts of South America, like Patagonia, have a colder, drier climate with different vegetation, like grasslands and shrubs.
Why it matters
South America is rich in natural resources, including minerals like copper and iron ore, as well as oil reserves.
Key detail
These resources, along with fertile land for agriculture, support various economic activities across South American countries.
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• Near the equator, South America is hot and humid.
• This supports the Amazon Rainforest's vegetation.
• Southern regions like Patagonia are colder and drier.
• Patagonia has grasslands and shrubs.
• South America has minerals like copper and iron ore.
• It also has oil reserves.
• Fertile land supports agriculture.
• These resources support economic activities.