Geography of East Asia Flashcards

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China

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A large country in East Asia known for its ancient civilization, the Great Wall, and major rivers like the Yangtze and Yellow.

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Gobi Desert

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A cold desert in northern China and southern Mongolia known for its harsh climate and rocky terrain.

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Korean Peninsula

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A landmass in East Asia that includes North Korea and South Korea, extending into the Sea of Japan.

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Sea of Japan (East Sea)

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A sea between Japan and the Korean Peninsula, important for trade and fishing.

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Himalayan Mountains

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The tallest mountain range in the world, separating China from South Asia; includes Mount Everest.

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Pacific Ocean

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The largest ocean on Earth, east of China and Japan, and important for trade and weather.

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Yangtze River

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The longest river in China and Asia, flowing through central China; important for farming and transportation.

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Plateau of Tibet

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A high, flat area in western China known as the “Roof of the World,” surrounded by mountains like the Himalayas.

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Yellow River

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Also called the Huang He, it’s one of China’s major rivers, known as the “cradle of Chinese civilization.”},{

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Japan

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An island nation east of China in the Pacific Ocean, made up of four main islands and many smaller ones. These islands are a group of archipelago.