Introduction
In this tipoc we will learn about the major Landforms of South America, were they are located and their characteristics.
In this tipoc we will learn about the major Landforms of South America, were they are located and their characteristics.
Major landforms of South America:
Amazon Basin: It is cover by the largest rain forest in the world, and running through its heart is the Amazon River.
Andes: It extends from the tip of South America all the way to Panamá. It has some of the planet’s largest volcanoes. The highest point is Aconcagua in Argentina.
Atacama Desert: Is a cold place and rainfall is very rare. The landscape is totally barren and covered with small borax lakes, lava flow remains and saline deposits.
Brazilian Highlands: This magnificent landscape includes varied mountain ranges, namely the Serra de Mantiquiera, Serra do Paranapiataba, Serra Geral, and Serra do Mar. The highest pint is Pao de Asucar.
Guiana Highlands: It consists of a vast plateau. It´s famed for the highest waterfall in the world (Angel Falls).
Llanos: This large and very fertile plain, located in eastern and central Colombia is drained by the Orinoco River.
Pampas: It is famed for its many cattle ranches. The most important landforms is the Uruguay River.
Patagonia: Located between the Andes and the Atlantic Ocean. It´s mostly rugged, barren land, famed for its beauty and striking scenery.
Sources:
Bustos, J. (2011), Study Guide. Costa Rica, Cartago: Sistema Educativo Saint Clare.
