Asia - Largest Continent

What this chapter covers

1. Location, Extent and Political Divisions

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   • Location and SignificanceLargest continent; 60% of world population.
   • Boundaries and ExtentMostly northern; oceans on three sides.
   • Political DivisionsRegional groups like South, East Asia.

2. Physical Features of Asia

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   • Northern LowlandsFrom the Urals to the Lena.
   • Central HighlandsMountains and plateaus around Pamir Knot.
   • Southern PlateausVery old rocks south of highlands.
   • River ValleysAlluvial plains, cradles of civilisation.
   • Island GroupsMountainous; some on Ring of Fire.

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