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DIRECTIONS: Study the population distribution map and the physical map to
figure out what physical factors may affect the population density of Africa.
Record your observations.

What areas of Africa have the greatest population density?

Areas near major cities or bodies of water usually have the highest population
density.

Describe some physical features in the areas with the greatest population
density.
Coastlines
Nile River
Lake Victoria
Lake Tanganyika

Red Sea
Atlas Mountains

Which areas of the African continent have the lowest population density?
Large bare areas that are low on water and civilization

Describe some physical features in the areas with the lowest population
density.
Sahara Desert
Kalahari Desert

What factors besides those you found on the maps could also affect population
density? How?
Large trade or travel barriers can split and lessen population on either side of the
barrier

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