AUSTRALIA Flashcards
Why is Australia called an island continent?
It is surrounded by water on all sides.
Why is its population sparse and unevenly distributed?
As two-thirds of the continent is desert.
Which hemisphere does Australia lie in?
Southern and eastern hemisphere.
What does Australia comprise of?
The Australian mainland, island of Tasmania, and numerous other small islands.
What did Pangea break up to form? How?
Pangea broke up to form Laurasia and Gondwanaland because of the movement of the Earth’s crust.
What separates Australia and New Guinea island?
The Torres Strait separates Australia and New Guinea island in the north.
Where does the Indian ocean lie?
To the west and south of Australia.
How many states does Australia comprise of? What is its capital?
Australia is a federation of 6 states. Its capital is Canberra.
Give a short description of Sydney.
It is the largest city and most important port in Australia. It is the capital of New South Wales which is the oldest and most populous state.
What is Melbourne known for?
Its industries
What is the capital of South Australia known for?
The capital of South Australia, Adelaide, is known as a famous seaport in Australia.
What surrounds Australia in the east and north?
The Pacific Ocean
Why is Australia known as the flattest and lowest of all continents?
As it has a mean elevation of 300m above sea level and only 5% of the continent is at an elevation of more than 600m above sea level.
What are the six main physical divisions of Australia?
- The Western Plateau
- The Central Lowland
- The Eastern Highlands
- The Great Artesian Basin
- The Great Barrier Reef
- The Rift Valley of Australia
What is the average height of the western plateau?
300m
