What is the Sahel and what are the problems currently facing this African region?

What will be an ideal response?


The Sahel is the transitional region south of the Sahara. It is a semi-arid region and is facing desertification due to overgrazing on the land, water shortages and population pressures.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The ________ path of energy policy relies more on decentralized power generation

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Where are Polar Climates most well developed?

A) Iceland and Alaska B) Iceland and Antarctica C) Antarctica and Greenland D) Antarctica and Alaska E) Alaska and Greenland

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Environmental ____________________ defines what a person believes is right and wrong in their behavior toward the environment.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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