Describe the general characteristics of natural regions. Name four major natural regions in the world.
General characteristics of natural regions:
- A natural region is a basic geographic unit which is characterised by its common natural features of geography, geology and climate.
- Climate is a basic factor upon which natural regions are divided. Climate influences flora, fauna and vegetation in the region.
- Vegetation which grows in a natural region without any human interference is known as natural vegetation.
- The world is divided in several natural regions.
Four main natural regions in the world are:
- Equatorial Region
- Tropical Grasslands
- Tropical Deserts
- The Tundra region