Africa's Climate Zones and History
12th Grade · Social Studies · 45 min
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Learning Objective
I can analyze how Africa's five major climate zones have influenced historical patterns of settlement, trade, and cultural development.
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The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert on Earth, characterized by blazing sun, endless sand, and almost no rain.
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The Sahel is a dry grassland with hot and sunny conditions, receiving just enough rain for some plants to survive, making it a challenging place for farming.
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Tropical rainforests, found further south or closer to the equator, are hot, humid zones with steamy, leafy jungles that receive tons of rain.
