Physical Regions in Africa

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This region borders the Sahara Desert and the Mediterranean Sea.

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Atlas Mountains

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The Berber people are one of the major ethnic groups living in this region of Africa.

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Atlas Mountains

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This river continues to be very important for trading and moving goods throughout its region in Africa.

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Congo River

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This is the region in Africa where you are most likely to find rainforests!

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Congo River Basin

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This region is made up of a "western" and "eastern" portions. It also connects up to Asia through a tectonic plate!

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Great Rift Valley

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This desert in Africa is known for its reddish/brown sands.

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The Kalahari Desert

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This desert in Africa has NO standing water (lakes, rivers, or oases).

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Kalahari Desert

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This region is known for having a unique variety of plants and animals!

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Madagascar

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Some geographers believe that THIS island is unique enough to be considered the "8th continent."

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Madagascar

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The largest "hot desert" in the world.

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The Sahara Desert