Describe the Distribution of Human Population in the Tibetan Plateau

question 28

Essay

Describe the distribution of human population in the Tibetan Plateau, other highland areas of Central Asia, Central Asia desert regions, and lowlands. Discuss the ways human settlement patterns illustrate adaption to often-harsh physical surroundings.

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Definitions:

Nasal Septum

The cartilage and bone wall that divides the nasal cavity into two nostrils, which can sometimes be deviated, causing breathing difficulty.

Paranasal Sinuses

Air-filled spaces located within the bones around the nasal cavity, contributing to the resonance of voice and humidifying the air we inhale.

Cilia

Microscopic, hair-like structures that protrude from the surface of cells, involved in movement and sensing environmental stimuli.

Pharynx

The muscular tube at the back of the nose and mouth that connects them to the esophagus.