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1. What are the countries in South America?
Ans. South America is home to 12 countries: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, and Venezuela.
2. What is the geography of South America like?
Ans. South America is characterized by diverse landscapes, including the Andes Mountains, the Amazon Rainforest, the Atacama Desert, the Brazilian Highlands, and the Pantanal wetlands. It also features the longest continental mountain range, the largest river in terms of volume, and the highest waterfall in the world.
3. Which is the largest country in South America?
Ans. Brazil is the largest country in South America, both in terms of land area and population. It covers about half of the continent's landmass and is the fifth largest country in the world.
4. What are some famous landmarks in South America?
Ans. South America is home to several iconic landmarks, including Machu Picchu in Peru, Christ the Redeemer in Brazil, Angel Falls in Venezuela, Iguazu Falls on the border of Argentina and Brazil, and the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador.
5. What are the major natural resources in South America?
Ans. South America is rich in natural resources, including petroleum, natural gas, iron ore, copper, tin, gold, and silver. It also possesses vast agricultural lands suitable for the production of crops such as soybeans, coffee, sugarcane, and bananas.
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