The Tibetan Plateau is located in Southwest China, Central Asia. It encompasses all of the Tibet Autonomous Region and much of Qinghai province and extends into western Sichuan province and southern Uygur Autonomous Region of Xinjiang. Besides China, it covers the territory of Bhutan, Nepal, India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan.
Where does the Chang Jiang river start?
This is also known as the Yangtze River. It starts in Tibet and flows about 5551 km (3450 miles) to the East China Sea. It is the longest river in Asia.
The country that fits this description is Mauritania. It is located in North Africa, south of Europe, west of Libya, and is mostly covered by the Sahara Desert.
What are the benefits of the mountains of Asia to the people of Asia?
Mountains in Asia provide natural resources such as water, minerals, and forestry products. They also offer opportunities for tourism and recreation, contributing to the economy. Additionally, mountains play a crucial role in biodiversity conservation and climate regulation.
What are the major deserts of Asia?
The major deserts of Asia include the Gobi Desert, Arabian Desert, Thar Desert, Syrian Desert, and the Kyzylkum Desert. These deserts cover vast areas in countries such as Mongolia, China, Saudi Arabia, India, and Kazakhstan. They are characterized by arid landscapes, extreme temperatures, and limited vegetation.
What is the third longest river in Asia?
Mekong
The longest in Southeast Asia is the Mekong River : 4,909 km - 3,050 miles. It is the 3rd longest in Asia.
What are the countries with big geographical area?
* Australia * Canada * China * Brazil * Greenland * Russia * United States
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Babylon was a city of ancient Mesopotamia, the ruins of which can be found in present-day Al Hillah, Babil Province, Iraq, about 85 kilometers (55 mi) south of Baghdad.
In a river the outside bend flows faster than the inside bend. A river carries objects (rocks, boulders, small grains of sand etc..) and the inside bend drops its load because it does not have enough energy to carry it any further. With the outside bend flowing so fast it erodes (wears away) the bank pushing it backwards creating an okbow lake. When the inside bend keeps dropping its load all of the time it looks like the whole meander has moved to the side!
The Arabian Peninsula is the largest peninsula in the world, stretching over 1.25 million square miles. It is located in Southwest Asia and is surrounded by the Red Sea, Persian Gulf, and Arabian Sea.
What is the world's largest peninsula?
The Arabian Peninsula is the world's largest peninsula, extending over 1.25 million square miles. It is bordered by the Red Sea to the west, the Persian Gulf to the northeast, and the Arabian Sea to the south.
Why is ginger pink on Asian food but pale brown when it is a root?
Ginger can vary in color depending on the species and where it is grown. In Asian cuisine, pink ginger is often pickled in vinegar and sugar, which can give it a pink hue. When uncooked, ginger root has a pale brown skin.
It varies on the distance from land that the earthquake struck (causing the tsunami waves.) Tsunami waves can hit for a few minutes or hours.
The tsunami that struck Japan after the Sendai earthquake in 2011 lasted for an hour.
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What season is it in Asia if it is summer in Europe?
Summer. They are in the same hemisphere so they have the same seasons. Southern Africa, South America and Australia have winter when Europe has summer.
What animals are in the marine west coast climate?
Animals commonly found in marine west coast climates include whales, seals, sea otters, puffins, and various species of fish and seabirds. These animals have adapted to the cool, moist conditions and abundant marine resources of this type of climate.
What 12 Asian countries are landlocked?
Afghanistan, Bhutan, Laos, Nepal, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kryrgystan, Mongolia, Tajikistan, Turkenistan, Uzbekistan
What is Tablas Plateau in the Philippines?
Baguio City is in the Benguet Plateau. Another plateau in the Philippines is the Bukidnon Plateau.
Which Asian country has the largest coastline?
Indonesia is the Asian country with the longest coastline.
What name do geographers use when they refer to Europe and Asia as one Continent?
Eurasia is the name geographers use to refer to Europe and Asia as one continent. The two continents are considered interconnected due to their shared landmass and historical, cultural, and geographical similarities.
What major city in the UK is located at 51 degrees north latitude and 0 degrees west longitude?
London is the major city located at 51 degrees north latitude and 0 degrees west longitude in the UK. It is the capital and largest city in the United Kingdom.
It varies on the distance from land that the earthquake struck (causing the tsunami waves.) Tsunami waves can hit for a few minutes or hours.
The tsunami that struck Japan after the Sendai earthquake in 2011 lasted for an hour.
See related links for more information.
How many countries does Asia have in all?
1.
Afghanistan
2.
Armenia
3.
Azerbaijan
4.
Bahrain
5.
Bangladesh
6.
Bhutan
7.
Brunei
8. Timor Leste
9.
Cambodia
10.
China
11.
Georgia
12.
India
13.
Indonesia
14.
Iran
15.
Iraq
16.
Israel
17.
Japan
18.
Jordan
19.
Kazakhstan
20.
Korea, North
21.
Korea, South
22.
Kuwait
23.
Kyrgyzstan
24.
Laos
25.
Lebanon
26.
Malaysia
27.
Maldives
28.
Mongolia
29.
Myanmar
30.
Nepal
31.
Oman
32.
Pakistan
33.
Philippines
34.
Qatar
35.
Russia
36.
Saudi Arabia
37.
Singapore
38.
Sri Lanka
39.
Syria
40.
Taiwan
41.
Tajikistan
42.
Thailand
43.
Turkey
44.
Turkmenistan
45.
United Arab Emirates
46.
Uzbekistan
47.
Vietnam
48.
Yemen