Ch. 1 Physical Geography of Europe and Russia

Ch. 1 Physical Geography of Europe & RussiaTEST REVIEWKEY TERMSThe average number of people living in a square mileKEY TERMSThe average number of people living in a square milepopulation densityKEY TERMSA cold, dry, treeless region covered with snow for most of the yearKEY TERMSA cold, dry, treeless region covered with snow for most of the yeartundraKEY TERMSA type of rich, dust-like soilKEY TERMSA type of rich, dust-like soilloessKEY TERMSThe grasslands of fertile soil suitable for farming in RussiaKEY TERMSThe grasslands of fertile soil suitable for farming in RussiasteppesKEY TERMSA land area nearly surrounded by waterKEY TERMSA land area nearly surrounded by waterpeninsulaKEY TERMSThe power generated by water-driven turbinesKEY TERMSThe power generated by water-driven turbineshydroelectric powerKEY TERMSwide and deep enough for ships to travel throughKEY TERMSWide and deep enough for ships to travel throughnavigableKEY TERMSA large raised area of mostly level land bordered on one or more sides with steep slopes or cliffsKEY TERMSA large raised area of mostly level land bordered on one or more sides with steep slopes or cliffsplateauKEY TERMSThe area on the dry, sheltered side of a mountain, which receives little rainfallKEY TERMSThe area on the dry, sheltered side of a mountain, which receives little rainfallrain shadowKEY TERMSA source of energy that forms from the remains of ancient plants and animalsKEY TERMSA source of energy that forms from the remains of ancient plants and animalsfossil fuelKEY TERMSA permanently frozen layer of ground below the top layer of soilKEY TERMSA permanently frozen layer of ground below the top layer of soilpermafrostKEY TERMSA river or stream that flows into a larger riverKEY TERMSA river or stream that flows into a larger rivertributaryMain IdeasWhy does Europe have a mild, rainy climate year-round?Main IdeasWhy does Europe have a mild, rainy climate year-round?The North Atlantic Current carries warm water and warm winds to EuropeMain IdeasThe continent of Europe forms one giant _________.Main IdeasThe continent of Europe forms one giant peninsula.Main Ideas1. Russia is found on which two continents? 2. What is the name of the largest landmass in the world?Main IdeasRussia is found on which two continents?1. Europe & Asia2. EurasiaMain IdeasCompare the sizes of Europe and RussiaMain IdeasCompare the sizes of Europe and RussiaEurope is a small continent and Russia is the largest country in the world.Main IdeasWhat is the Asian side of Russia known as?Main IdeasWhat is the Asian side of Russia known as?SiberiaMain IdeasWhat landform covers over half of Europe and has productive farmland?Main IdeasWhat landform covers over half of Europe and has productive farmland?North European PlainMain IdeasWhat mountain range forms a barrier between Europe and Asia?Main IdeasWhat mountain range forms a barrier between Europe and Asia?Ural MountainsMain IdeasName Europes most important natural resourcesMain IdeasName Europes most important natural resources1. fertile soil2. water3. fossil fuelsMain IdeasName the worlds largest freshwater lake and where is it found?Main IdeasName the worlds largest freshwater lake and where is it found?Lake Baikal, southern RussiaMain IdeasName the 3 major rivers found in Europe.

Main IdeasName the 3 major rivers found in Europe.1.Volga River (longest, frozen most of the year)2. Danube River (2nd longest)3. Rhine River (connected by canals/tributaries)

Main IdeasIn Europe areas west of mountains receive _______ rainfall.Main IdeasIn Europe areas west of mountains receive heavy rainfall.west is wetMain IdeasWhat is Ukraines most important natural resource?Main IdeasWhat is Ukraines most important natural resource?fertile soil (black earth, good farming)Main IdeasWhy do only 20% of Russias people live in Siberia?Main IdeasWhy do only 20% of Russias people live in Siberia?the harsh climateMain IdeasWhy isnt shipping a major industry in Russia?Main IdeasWhy isnt shipping a major industry in Russia?Arctic Ocean and Volga River are frozen most of the yearMain IdeasThe natural vegetation of much of Europe isMain IdeasThe natural vegetation of much of Europe isforestMain Ideas1. What is the name of the largest forest in the world?2. What type of forest is it?Main IdeasWhat is the name of the largest forest in the world?1. taiga2. coniferousMain IdeasThe largest coal deposits found in Germany are in what region?Main IdeasThe largest coal deposits found in Germany are in what region?Ruhr (a region named for the Ruhr River)Main IdeasWhat climate region would you find in southern Europe (Spain, Italy, Greece)Main IdeasWhat climate region would you find in southern Europe (Spain, Italy, Greece)Mediterranean climateMain IdeasWhy hasnt Russia been able to fully develop its natural resources?1.2.3.

Main IdeasWhy hasnt Russia been able to fully develop its natural resources?1. huge size2. harsh climate3. few navigable riversMain IdeasWhy is the Volga River not navigable all year?Main IdeasWhy is the Volga River not navigable all year?It is frozen for part of the year Main IdeasRussia has the largest reserves of:1.2. 3.

Main IdeasRussia has the largest reserves of:1. forests2. natural gas3. iron ore

Main IdeasHow are climate regions and vegetation regions related?Main IdeasHow are climate regions and vegetation regions related?Climate determines what type of vegetation will grow in an areaEx.- hot, wet climate = dense vegetation (rain forest)Main IdeasSome of the worlds worst pollution problems are found in which country?Main IdeasSome of the worlds worst pollution problems are found in which country?Russia