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Question 2Name the physical divisions of Australia. Write three features of the eastern highlands.

Accepted Answer

The physical divisions of Australia are:The western plateauThe eastern highlandsThe central lowlandsThe coastal plainThree features of the eastern highlands are:They run almost parallel to the eastern and South-eastern coasts.The eastern highlands have steep slopes on the eastern side and gentle slopes on the western side.Most of the rivers in Australia originate from the eastern highlands.

Question 2

Question 3Where is the Carpentaria lowland located? Write one important feature of this basin.

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The Carpentaria lowland is located in the northern part of the central lowlands. One important feature of this basin is that it is the largest artesian basin in the world.

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Question 4Name two activities for which water from the artesian well is used.

Accepted Answer

Two activities for which water from the artesian well is used are:It is used to water cattle and sheep.It is supplied to towns for domestic use.

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Question 5How are coral reefs formed?

Accepted Answer

The coral reefs are formed by tiny animals, called corals, which live near the sea floor in the warm shallow waters of the tropical region. The corals secrete calcium carbonate, which on the death of coral polyps, remains clinging to the rock. As time passes a great ridge-like structure called coral reef is formed.

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Question 6Why are sheep reared in the Downs? Name two wool-trading centres in Australia.

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Sheep are usually reared in areas where the average annual rainfall is about 40 cm, the summer temperature is between 21°C and 26°C, and the winter temperature is about 10°C. This type of climatic conditions are mostly found in the temperate grasslands, called Downs, in Australia. Moreover, short grasses, suitable for sheep, mostly grow in the Downs. That is why, sheep are mostly reared in the Downs.The two wool-trading centres in Australia are:SydneyMelbourne

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Question 1Sl.No.Column AColumn B1.South Australiasheep-rearing state2.New South walesWorld Heritage Site3.Great Dividing RangeAdelaide4.Great Barrier Reefcentral lowlands5.artesian wellseastern highlands

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Sl.No.Column AColumn B1.South AustraliaAdelaide2.New South walessheep-rearing state3.Great Dividing Rangeeastern highlands4.Great Barrier ReefWorld Heritage Site5.artesian wellscentral lowlands

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