Regions of Latin America

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Environmental characteristics influence population distribution and density.

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Geographical region:

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The West Indies

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Frequent hurricanes may...

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Limit population density/distribution.

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Red triangles indicate volcanoes. Region with most volcanoes?

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the Andes

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Mineral resources in Latin America

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Tons of minerals to mine!

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Region with most of Latin America's silver (Ag):

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The Andes

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Geographic location of gold (Au) deposits in Latin America.

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A lot of gold deposits in Latin America.

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Hydroelectric power provides electricity and clean drinking water. It...

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Encourages a high population density.

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Latin American region needing hydroelectric power for trade and manufacturing.

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La Pampa

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Andes photo shows the region receives...

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Not a lot of rain.