Chapter 18 Geography

What is Africa's most prominent feature? - ANS A plateau. Why are Africa's rivers difficult to navigate? - ANS It has many waterfalls, rapids, and gorges. How might this effect the economy? - ANS It's difficult to trade because you can't transport goods. Where are the most distinctive landforms found, and what are they? - ANS East Africa/ Rift Valleys. What is the Great Escarpment? - ANS A steep slope marking the edge of the continents plateau in Southern Africa. What important minerals are found in Africa? - ANS Gold, platinum, chromium, copper, phosphates, cobalt, diamonds. Why does oil-rich Angola have a poor public infrastructure? - ANS Oil money is used on Civil War. What are to profitable commodities besides oil? - ANS Coffee and lumber. What problem does logging cause? - ANS Deforestation. How do most African's earn their living? - ANS 66% is farming. What deserts are located in Africa? - ANS Sahara, Calahari, Namib.