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Weber State University

The Sun and the Seasons

For Students 9th - 12th
Why is there more daylight in June than in December if you live above the equator? How does the angle of sunlight shift throughout the year? Answer these questions and more with an interactive article about the sun, its path through the...
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Country Studies US

Country Studies: South Africa

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough look at South Africa from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
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Geoverse: Africa: South of the Sahara

For Students 9th - 10th
A geography unit outline on the Sub-Sahara. It looks at the geography, South Africa's history, climate, population, ethnic unrest, early and colonial history, culture, economies, international aid, and environmental issues. Includes...
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: South Africa: Geography

For Students 9th - 10th
A graphic showing the various aspects of the physical environment of South Africa including its climate, terrain, and natural resources. information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Precipitation: Drought in Eastern Africa

For Students 9th - 10th
Article discussing the occurrence of drought in Eastern Africa, and how it is likely to increase in frequency in future years due to global warming, putting enormous stress on countries such as Kenya and Ethiopia. (Updated July 12, 2012)
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Eritrea: Geography

For Students 9th - 10th
A discussion of the climate and terrain of Eritrea. Find out where the climate is hot and where it is temperate. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Cameroon: Geography

For Students 9th - 10th
A graphic listing the important components of Cameroon's physical environment. You can find out about the climate, terrain, natural resources, and environmental concerns. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
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Encyclopaedia of the Orient: Sahara

For Students 9th - 10th
Information about the world's largest desert, the Sahara, including size, location, people, climate, physical features, and animal life. Includes a chart of temperatures (in Celsius) and rainfall (in millimeters) by month and by yearly...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Hazara

For Students 9th - 10th
Most Hazara live in central Afghanistan in an area known as the Hazarajat. Others live in areas north of the Hindu Kush. The Hazarajat and other Hazara territories are mountainous. The climate is severe in winter, with heavy snowfall;...

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