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South America topographic map

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South America

South America's topography is marked by remarkable diversity and dramatic contrasts. The continent is dominated by the Andes mountain range, which runs along its western edge, stretching over 4,300 miles from Venezuela to Chile. These mountains are home to some of the highest peaks in the Western Hemisphere, including Aconcagua, which rises to 22,841 feet. To the east of the Andes lies the expansive Amazon Basin, encompassing nearly 2.7 million square miles and characterized by dense rainforests that are teeming with biodiversity. The basin is fed by numerous tributaries, including the mighty Amazon River, which discharges vast volumes of water into the Atlantic Ocean. Meanwhile, the eastern regions feature the fertile Pampas, a vast grassland ideal for agriculture, and the semi-arid regions of Patagonia, known for its rugged terrain and sparse rainfall due to the rain shadow effect of the Andes. Notably, the Atacama Desert, situated along the Pacific coast, is recognized as the driest non-polar desert in the world, showcasing the continent's extreme climatic conditions and geographical variety.

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Name: South America topographic map, elevation, terrain.

Location: South America (-46.00022 -86.00066 3.99978 -36.00066)

Average elevation: 283 m

Minimum elevation: -1 m

Maximum elevation: 6,497 m

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