Question

Explain why deserts and arid lands are sparsely populated.5marks​

Answer 1

But the climatic conditions of a desert area such that these minimum needs are difficult to reach and get populated. Some of the factors which satisfy the fact behind the sparse population in a desert: No water is available and hence people could get dehydrated.

Answer 2

Answer:

Most deserts are found along the 30 degree latitude line (north and south of the equator). This is due to the pattern of cold water currents, which force dry air over the land. Other Arid climates exist in the center of continents or in the rain shadow of large mountain ranges.

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