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Geography of East and Southeast Asia

Explore the physical features, archipelagos, and the impact of the Ring of Fire in this region. Learn about tsunamis, economic activities, and cultural influences.

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Geography of East and Southeast Asia

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  1. Geography of East and Southeast Asia https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v1a4rYx2pWM

  2. Questions • What is characteristic of the physical geography of East and Southeast Asia? • Record three things you observe about this region in your notebook

  3. This map shows the division between the mainland and the insular regions.

  4. What is an archipelago? • Based on the picture, what can you infer an archipelago is?

  5. Definition for archipelago • An archipelago is a group of islands closely scattered in a body of water. The islands wereformed by volcanoes erupting from the ocean floor. • If they were formed by volcanoes what can you conclude about this region?

  6. The location of the Ring of Fire in this region

  7. What other natural disasters could impact this area due to the location of The Ring of Fire?

  8. Tsunamis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_oPb_9gOdn4 As you watch this video record 5 facts about tsunamis.

  9. Looking at the map what economic activities do you think might be located in this region? Why would navigable rivers and ports be important to economic development in this region?

  10. Culture How do you think the spatial organization of this region might impact the culture?

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