Desertification can be caused by a combination of deforestation, urbanization, and climate change.

Latitude is the primary factor influencing the climate of a region, as it determines the amount of solar energy received.

The primary process that shapes landforms is plate tectonics, which involves the movement of the Earth's lithospheric plates.

A plateau is a flat, elevated landform that rises sharply above the surrounding area.

Desert climates are known for their low rainfall and can have extreme temperature variations.

The temperate climate is characterized by warm summers and cold winters with moderate precipitation.

Tropical climates are typically found near the equator, characterized by warm temperatures and high rainfall.

A U-shaped valley is formed by the erosion of rock by glaciers, which carve out the valley's characteristic shape.

The desert climate zone is characterized by very low precipitation and extreme temperature variations.

A mesa is a landform that has steep sides and a flat top, often found in arid regions.

Dunes are landforms created by the accumulation of sand along coastlines, shaped by wind action.

Sand dunes are formed by the accumulation of sand that is eroded and transported by wind.

Mountains are typically associated with tectonic activity and are characterized by steep slopes.

A volcano is a landform created by the eruption of magma from beneath the Earth's crust.

Tundra climates are characterized by permafrost, which is permanently frozen ground.

A mesa is not a volcanic landform; it is a flat-topped hill with steep sides, formed by erosion.

Fjords are deep, narrow inlets of the sea between high cliffs or steep slopes, formed by glacial activity.

A delta is formed at the mouth of a river where it meets a body of water, and sediment is deposited.

A delta is formed by the deposition of sediment carried by a river as the flow velocity decreases upon entering standing water.