Latin America

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Across
  1. 1. A chain of volcanic peaks that cross Central America
  2. 4. Located in the Western Hemisphere south of the united states
  3. 8. Forms a border between Mexico and the United States
  4. 11. Keeps sunlight form reaching the forest floor
  5. 14. Little to no rainfall
  6. 17. A significant, man made waterway built across the Isthmus of Panama
  7. 20. A vast area spanning several climate and vegetation zones
  8. 22. The worlds largest expanse of tropical rain forest
  9. 23. A zone of permanent snow and ice on the peaks of the Andes
  10. 26. Volcanic mountains, part of the central highlands
  11. 27. Most densely populated of the zones, lies between 2,500 and 6,000 feet
  12. 28. Surrounded by Sierra Madre
  13. 29. The worlds highest navigable lake, lies about 12,500 feet above sea level
  14. 30. Middle Americas highest climate zone, winter frosts are common
Down
  1. 2. A 4500-mile stretch of mountains
  2. 3. The worlds largest rain forest
  3. 5. A sparsely populated plateau of forest and grassland, spreads over Brazil, Bolivia, and Peru
  4. 6. Has the worlds largest oil reserves
  5. 7. Short winters with cool to mild temperatures
  6. 9. High temperatures and abundant rainfall but also experiences an extended dry season
  7. 10. Electricity generated from energy of moving water
  8. 12. The worlds largest exporter of copper
  9. 13. Lies between sea level and 2,500 feet
  10. 15. Means high plain
  11. 16. Plains and grassland area provides grazing for beef cattle
  12. 18. Flows about 4,00 miles through the heart of South America
  13. 19. Latin Americas most distinctive land forms
  14. 21. Several ranges that run parallel to each other
  15. 24. Highlands used for raising livestock
  16. 25. High temperatures and abundant rainfall year-round