Physical Geography of Sub-Saharan Africa
Africa is the second-largest continent in the world. Sub-Saharan Africa spans most of the continent south of the Sahara. Like North Africa, this region contains large areas of desert. However, it also contains dense rainforests and savanna grasslands. Tall mountains, deep lakes, long rivers, and steep waterfalls are also found throughout this unique region. In this topic, you will explore the physical geography of Sub-Saharan Africa.
Essential Questions
- What are the major physical and environmental features of Sub-Saharan Africa?
Warm-Up
Sub-Saharan Africa has many nature preserves and national parks. These natural spaces conserve and protect nature. They also offer people a place to enjoy it. Take a moment to explore Gorongosa National Park. In the video, Artificial Selection: Gorongosa Park – Rebirth of Paradise, from eMediaVASM, you will get a glimpse into how civil war has affected elephants in Mozambique. As you watch the video, consider why national parks like this one are important to Sub-Saharan Africa. What did you find most interesting about this piece? How might human behaviors affect other animals in Africa?