Journey Across Africa

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What is Africa's size compared to other landmasses?

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Africa is nearly as large as the combined landmasses of the United States, China, India, and much of Europe.

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Which bodies of water surround Africa?

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The Atlantic Ocean to the west, the Indian Ocean to the east, and the Mediterranean Sea to the north.

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What is the Great Rift Valley?

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A massive geologic fault—a giant crack in the Earth's crust that is slowly pulling apart, running for thousands of miles from the Middle East through eastern Africa.

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What is the Sahara Desert known for?

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It is the largest hot desert in the world, covering most of Northern Africa, and is one of the harshest environments on the planet.

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What is significant about the Nile River?

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The Nile is the longest river in the world, flowing northward through the northeastern part of the Sahara, and its river basin is historically significant, often called the 'cradle of civilization.'

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Where is Lake Victoria located and what is its significance?

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Lake Victoria is located between Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania. It is the largest lake in Africa and the world's second-largest freshwater lake by surface area, with over 200 species of fish.

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What is notable about Mount Kilimanjaro?

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Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa at 19,341 feet and the tallest free-standing mountain in the world, located on the border between Tanzania and Kenya.

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What is the Cape of Good Hope known for?

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Located on the coast of South Africa, it is where the warm waters of the Indian Ocean meet the cold currents from the Antarctic Ocean, creating unpredictable and stormy weather.