Contrasting physical landscapes of Nigeria
I can describe Nigeria's key physical features and explain some of their impacts on life.
Contrasting physical landscapes of Nigeria
I can describe Nigeria's key physical features and explain some of their impacts on life.
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Key learning points
- Nigeria has rivers, plateaux, mountains, and savannas.
- The Jos Plateau is an elevated area in central Nigeria.
- The Niger Delta is a low-lying, swampy area in the south.
- The physical geography of Nigeria influences its population and the human activities that take place.
Keywords
Volcanic - relating to or produced by a volcano
Subsistence farmers - subsistence farmers only grow enough food to feed themselves and their families
Mineral - chemical substance that is formed naturally and is found in the ground or in rocks
Hydroelectric power - hydroelectric power generates electricity by using water
Mangrove - a shrub or tree that grows in coastal water and has roots that grow above ground
Common misconception
The physical geography of Nigeria is very similar everywhere in the country.
Nigeria has a range of physical features. These include rivers, plateaux, mountains, savannas, deserts and coastlines.
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