Deserts
Geography ⇒ Physical Geography
Deserts starts at 7 and continues till grade 12.
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Define a desert and explain the main climatic characteristics that distinguish deserts from other biomes.
Describe the impact of desertification on agriculture and livelihoods in India.
Describe the importance of the Indira Gandhi Canal for the Thar Desert region.
Describe the main differences between hot and cold deserts, giving one example of each.
Describe the rain shadow effect and its role in the formation of deserts.
Describe the role of cold ocean currents in the formation of coastal deserts.
Describe two ways in which desert animals adapt to extreme temperatures.
Explain how sand dunes are formed in deserts.
Explain the difference between an erg and a reg in desert landscapes.
Explain the process of desertification and mention two human activities that contribute to it.
Explain the significance of ephemeral rivers in desert regions.
Explain the term 'arid zone' and how it is different from a semi-arid zone.
Explain the term 'oasis' and its significance in desert regions.
Explain the term 'playa' as used in desert geography.
Name two adaptations of desert plants that help them survive in arid conditions.
The Thar Desert is located in which part of India?
