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Why are some places badly affected by earthquakes?

Some places are heavily affected by earthquakes because they sit on or near a fault line. Christchurch, for example, sits near a fault line and is why it has frequent and strong earthquakes but practically everywhere in Australia is nowhere near a fault line so we get very littleearthquakes.


Do they have earthquakes in Tokyo?

Yes there was an earthquake in japan but if u r asking about the one that happened recently then of course and the earthquake was so powerful it almost caused a tsunami on the coast of Oregon and California but there has been plenty of earthquakes in Japan, so I'm not sure why you would ask that.


What are some natural disasters in south America?

Some natural disasters in South America include earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, floods, landslides, and hurricanes. These events can cause significant damage to infrastructure, agriculture, and human populations in the region.


Why is it called Central America?

Central America lies between North America and South America name was given by Europeans and Anglo Saxons, it was called first by the Aztecs, Anahuac, which means the land between two oceans, afterwards it became the Kingdom of New Spain, which covered central America, the Caribbean, Mexico, and half of the Usa, and since they split from Mexico, in 1824, they became first a Central American Confederation, but their came the gringo and split the countries up.


Why is tourism so popular in Central America and the Caribbean?

Central America and the Carribean are both in the tropics, so they are warm. They also have lots of beaches. Although it is cliché, people love to go to warm beaches for vacation (so do I). People also go to places like that to see natural sites, such as rainforests and exotic birds.

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Is Guatemala considered middle America?

I think what you mean is Central America. :) So yes, it is a part of Central America.


Are some vultures from Europe Egypt and Central America?

the vultures are from central America so it is not from Europe or Egypt ^^


Why does the Mexico and central America called middle America but is considered a separate region?

Mexico is actually a country, and the other countries are small, so they're considered as Central America. And it is considered to be part of Central America. It's actually not a part of Central America,and Mexico is in the middle with other countries so it's called Middle America.


Central America is a part of north America?

yes i believe so.


What three severe kinds violent natural conditions strike this region central America locoation?

Well, honey, in Central America, you've got hurricanes, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions causing chaos left and right. Mother Nature doesn't mess around in that neck of the woods. So, buckle up and hold on tight if you're living down there.


What is the central American land bridge?

Central America connects North and South America.


Where is Costa Rica in South America?

Costa Rica is located in Central America, not South America. It is not the smallest country in Central America, either. The smallest country in Central America is El Salvador, and the smallest in South America is Suriname.


Is Central American part of the North or South American continent?

yes i believe so.


Can you download North American stuff in Central America?

Central America is in North America, so yes. Also, if it is accessible by the internet, it is usually downloadable worldwide.


Is the US and Central America under the same government?

No, The country in central America includes Mexico and other places such as Columbia So No


Is Kingston in Central America?

Kingston is located on the southeastern coast of Jamaica. It is also the capital of Jamaica, which is in the Bahamas. (So no, it is not part of central america.)


Is Guatamala in Central or South America?

Yes. The term Latin America refers to regions where the dominant languages are Spanish and Portuguese. So it would include Mexico, Central America, and South America, regardless of the language spoken in the country.