Lesson 4 Resources Of Italy
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Italy has a variety of physical features that serve as natural resources, including mountain ranges like the Apennines and Alps, rivers, and long coastlines along the Mediterranean Sea. The Mediterranean Sea has historically been central to the region's geography and economy, facilitating trade and connection between civilizations as well as being important for fishing and transportation. The Mediterranean climate features mild, wet winters and dry summers, affecting agriculture, tourism, vegetation, and architecture - key aspects of life in the region.
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