SE Asia Geography & Environmental Issues Review

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Across
  1. 2. A large desert in northern China and southern Mongolia; has harsh weather and little rainfall.
  2. 5. The presence of harmful gases and particles in the air, often caused by factories, cars, and burning coal.
  3. 7. One of the driest deserts in the world, located in western China; difficult for travel and farming.
  4. 9. A country in northern East Asia; mostly mountainous and has a command economy.
  5. 11. Contamination of rivers, lakes, or oceans caused by waste, chemicals, or sewage.
  6. 13. A large body of water east of India; important for trade, shipping, and fishing.
  7. 15. The ocean south of Asia that connects Africa, the Middle East, and Asia through trade routes.
  8. 22. The clearing of trees and forests, which can lead to soil erosion and more flooding.
  9. 24. A river in northern China known as the “cradle of Chinese civilization”; often floods, earning the nickname “China’s Sorrow.
  10. 25. A type of air pollution made of smoke and fog; common in large cities such as Beijing and New Delhi.
  11. 26. The introduction of harmful substances into the environment, including air, water, and soil.
Down
  1. 1. The tallest mountain range in the world; forms a natural border between India and China and affects weather patterns.
  2. 3. The largest country in East Asia; home to many physical features, such as the Yangtze River, Gobi Desert, and Himalayan Mountains.
  3. 4. A major trade route bordered by China, Vietnam, and the Philippines; contains valuable fishing grounds and oil reserves.
  4. 6. An island nation in East Asia with mountainous terrain and limited farmland; relies heavily on trade.
  5. 8. Wastewater from homes and businesses that can pollute water if not properly treated.
  6. 10. A sea between Japan and the Korean Peninsula; rich in marine life and natural resources.
  7. 12. Trash or chemicals produced by factories that can pollute rivers and soil.
  8. 14. The longest river in China; used for transportation, irrigation, and hydroelectric power from the Three Gorges Dam.
  9. 16. A country in southern East Asia; highly industrialized and known for advanced technology and trade.
  10. 17. A major trade route bordered by China, Vietnam, and the Philippines; contains valuable fishing grounds and oil reserves.
  11. 18. When water overflows onto normally dry land; common along rivers like the Ganges and Yangtze.
  12. 19. A major river in India that is sacred to Hindus; provides water for farming and daily life but suffers from heavy pollution.
  13. 20. A country in Southeast Asia along the South China Sea; has a tropical climate and depends on fishing and farming.
  14. 21. A large country in South Asia known for the Ganges River, monsoon climate, and rich farmland in the north.
  15. 23. Seasonal winds that bring heavy rains to South and Southeast Asia; can cause both farming benefits and floods.