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What A rain forest is found at the base of Mt. Kilimanjaro and the summit is snowcapped. would best account for this?
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Where is there permanent ice in Africa?
The summit of Mount Kilimanjaro
What mountain is located on the border between Kenya and Tanzania?
The famous mountain is Kilimanjaro. The summit and the whole of the Kilimanjaro national park are in Tanzania. The summit is only about 15 miles from the border, so some of the foothills are in Kenya.Kilmanjaro.
How many people reached the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro?
43,000 and counting!
Is Mount Kilimanjaro close to the equator but has permanent snow and ice on the summit?
yes
Can you ski on Mount Kilimanjaro?
No, there is only snow near the very summit of the mountain
Why Kilimanjaro is also known as shining mountain?
When sunlight reflects off the snow at the summit, it "shines".
Does Mt Kilimanjaro have a lot of forests?
There are 4 different climatic zones on Mt. Kilimanjaro, and only one of those is forested. At the base of Mt. Kilimanjaro lies lush, dense rainforest. However, once past 2800 meters, the trees of the forest give way to the The Moorlands, characterized by low-lying shrubs. The other two zones, Arctic Desert and Summit do not have any vegetation at all.
Is there any glacial water in Africa?
The Furtwängler Glacier is located near the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.
What is the temperature and weather like on Kilimanjaro?
Depending on where you are standing on the mountain, the temperature and weather ranges from warm, humid rain forest to the icy, dry summit. Because of the altitude, temperatures are cold at night, but comfortable during the daytime (except the summit, which is very cold). Often, as the day progresses, clouds form along the mountain, so it can be foggy.
What the name of the tallest mountain in Africa?
Mount Kilimanjaro, which has a summit height of more than 5,890 meters (19,330 ft.).Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and is located in Northeast Tanzania, near the Kenya border.
Name the famous mountain of Africa?
Mount Kilimanjaro is the famous mountain in Africa, located in Tanzania. It is the highest peak in Africa and a popular destination for climbers and trekkers. It is known for its iconic snow-capped summit.
What is the height of kisumu above sea level?
The summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro is 5,895 meters (19,341 ft) above sea level.
