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yoroshambo

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on: Jul 13, 2018
What types of development have been responsible for deforestation in the Amazon Basin?

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List some general characteristics about the continent of Antarctica:


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Reply #1 on: Jul 13, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Development of the Amazon region involves exploitation of iron ore and other minerals, resettlement of excess populations from Brazil's crowded southeast, farming and ranching, timber exploitation, and hydroelectric development.

Answer to Question 2

fifth largest continent
windiest and driest continent
covered by up to two miles of glacial ice
seven countries claim portions of this continent


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