Thar desert Flashcards
(29 cards)
What is the approximate area covered by the Thar Desert?
Approximately 200,000 km²
This area is slightly smaller than the UK.
In which Indian state is the Thar Desert mostly located?
Rajasthan
What is unique about the Thar Desert in terms of population?
It is the world’s most densely populated desert.
What extreme temperature can the Thar Desert exceed in summer?
50°C
What types of work do most people in the Thar Desert engage in?
Farming and mining
What is a major consequence of extreme heat in the Thar Desert?
High rates of evaporation leading to water shortages.
How do farmers protect their livestock from extreme heat?
By providing shade.
What are the two types of ponds found in the Thar Desert?
Natural ponds (tobas) and manmade ponds (johads).
What is the name of a river that flows through the Thar Desert?
River Luni
What are aquifers?
Underground water sources where water is stored in rocks.
What issues affect the water supply in the Thar Desert?
High population density, lack of precipitation, extreme heat, and strong winds.
Why is accessibility difficult in the Thar Desert?
Extreme weather and vast barren areas.
What happens to tarmac in extreme heat?
It melts.
What is the primary form of public transport in the Thar Desert?
Overloaded buses.
Fill in the blank: The Thar Desert is located in _______ and Pakistan.
north-west India
True or False: The rivers in the Thar Desert are permanent water sources.
False
What is the impact of high evaporation rates on agriculture in the Thar Desert?
Lack of water for agricultural uses.
What are the challenges posed by strong winds in the Thar Desert?
They blow sand across roads, reducing visibility for drivers.
What is the Thar Desert known for?
The Thar Desert is one of the most densely populated deserts in the world, located in northwest India and eastern Pakistan.
What types of farming are practiced in the Thar Desert?
Farming includes subsistence farming for family use and commercial farming, especially for fruits and vegetables due to irrigation from the Indira Gandhi Canal.
What crops are commonly grown in the Thar Desert?
Common crops include wheat, cotton, and pulses.
What role does tourism play in the Thar Desert?
Tourism provides income and jobs for local people and boosts the local economy and infrastructure development.
What activities attract tourists to the Thar Desert?
Popular activities include camel safaris, desert festivals, and cultural experiences, particularly in Jaisalmer.
What minerals are extracted in the Thar Desert?
Valuable minerals include gypsum, feldspar, kaolin, and phosphorite.
