South American Geography: Physical Features

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Which is the largest rainforest in the world located in South America?
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The Amazon Rainforest is the largest rainforest in the world.
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What mountain range runs along the west coast of South America?
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The Andes Mountain range runs along the west coast of South America.
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Which major river in South America is said to have more volume than any other river in the world?
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The Amazon River is said to have more volume than any other river in the world.
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What highland is located between the Andes and the Brazilian Highlands?
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The Guiana Highlands lie between the Andes and the Brazilian Highlands.
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Which desert in Chile is known as the driest place on Earth?
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The Atacama Desert is known as the driest place on Earth.
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Which south-central South American region is characterized by fertile plains?
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The Pampas region is characterized by fertile plains.
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What is the highest peak in the Andes Mountains?
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Aconcagua is the highest peak in the Andes Mountains.
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Which lake is the largest in South America?
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Lake Titicaca is the largest lake in South America by volume.
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What is the longest river in South America?
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The Amazon River is the longest river in South America.
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Which major South American river runs north of Brazil and into the Atlantic Ocean?
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The Orinoco River runs north of Brazil into the Atlantic Ocean.
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Which plateau covers much of southern Brazil and extends into Uruguay?
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The Brazilian Highlands cover much of southern Brazil and extend into Uruguay.
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What is the largest wetland or swamp area in the world located in South America?
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The Pantanal is the largest wetland or swamp area in the world.
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Which island group in the Atlantic Ocean is politically part of Argentina?
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The Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) are politically part of the United Kingdom, claimed by Argentina.
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Where is Angel Falls located?
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Angel Falls is located in Venezuela.
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What major river forms a natural boundary between Paraguay and Argentina?
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The Paraná River forms a natural boundary between Paraguay and Argentina.
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