World Geo Test study flash cards
What is the total land area of Russia
6.6 million square miles
What percentage of the Russian population lives there?
75%
How do the Ural Mountains divide the population of Russia?
77% west of Urals / 23% east of Urals
How much of the world's forest land does Russia have?
About 1/5
What two major bodies of water do the Caucasus Mountains run between?
Black & Caspian Seas
Which major plains region discussed in the last section extends into Russia?
North European Plain
What countries do the Sayan and Yablonovyy Ranges serve as borders between?
Russia & Mongolia / China
What countries are divided by the Amur River?
Russia and China
How does Russia's massive coastline play into its natural resources?
Russia has a huge fishing industry due to its massive coastline.
What type of physical feature is found in large numbers on the Kamchatka Peninsula?
Volcanoes
How many time zones are there in Russia?
11 time zones
What percentage of the world's coal supply can be found in Russia?
16%
-Where does Russia rank in terms of the world's natural gas producers?
1st
Where does Russia rank in terms of the largest countries in the world?
1st
How many continents is apart of Russia
2
Name two areas/regions that the Ural Mtns. serve as a boundary between.
Europe / Asia, Western Russia / Siberia
Where is the Chukchi Peninsula?
Far NE Russia
What is chernozem and how does it affect agriculture in the region?
Fertile soil that accounts for most Russian agriculture
Why is the Black Sea important to Russia?
It is a "warm water port" meaning it doesn't freeze, which allows for trading vessels to access it throughout the year.
How is the West Siberian Plain different from the other major plains region in the area?
It is home to many swamps and is partially frozen for much of the year.
What are the major uses of the Volga River?
It is important for hydroelectric power and trade.
Where is the Central Siberian Plateau?
It is in Central Siberia, just north of Lake Baikal
Why is Lake Baikal notable?
It is the deepest freshwater lake in the world and holds 20% of the world's freshwater supply.
