Impact of location, climate and resources on population - AKS 43a - Latasha Spearman-Henley | Laabri

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How does SW Asia's location influence its population distribution?

All areas are equally populated

It is much more arid inland, encouraging coastal settlement

People prefer the North because it is colder.

Mountains prevent settlement by people

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Why are the majority of population centers in SW Asia near bodies of water?

Availability of water resources for survival

Ease of transportation

The land is unusable anywhere else.

Being near water protects them from invasion.

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How has the discovery of oil in SW Asia influenced population distribution?

Population decline in oil rich areas

Led to the growth of urban centers

Decreased coastal populations

Spread out the population evenly

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How does the desert climate of SW Asia affect where populations settle?

People avoid hot climates and leave SW Asia

Most people live where water is available

People live evenly distributed in the region

It has no impact on settlement patterns

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Why do many of the citizens of SW Asia live near coastal areas?

It is easier to trade when you are near the coast.

The water of the gulfs and seas are needed for drinking and irrigation.

Violent tribes have taken control of the interior parts of the countries.

The weather is much hotter near the coasts.

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How does the availability of oil in SW Asia affect population density?

Areas with oil tend to have higher population density

Oil availability has no impact on population density

Oil availability decreases population density

Areas without oil are more densely populated

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Why does the desert climate in parts of SW Asia result in low population density?

All deserts are uninhabited

People simply prefer non-desert climates

Desert climates promote high population density

Harsh conditions and lack of resources make living difficult

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What impact does access to water bodies have on SW Asia’s population?

Water bodies have no impact on population distribution

Populations are often higher near reliable water sources

People avoid living near water bodies

Water bodies lead to lower population densities

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Why are many major cities in SW Asia located near oil fields or along coastlines?

Proximity to other continents

Tradition plays a major role

Access to resources and trade routes

Cities are randomly distributed

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Which SW Asia country produces the most oil / petroleum?

Iraq

Turkey

Saudi Arabia

Iran