The natural regions of the world can be classified by physical features (mountains, hills, plains, etc.), climate (tropical, continental, polar, etc.) or vegetation (tropical, desert, coniferous forest, etc.).
The importance of these natural regions is that they largely determine what types of animals (including humans) can survive in each. The types of economic activities are therefore also related to the natural environment. For example, in a mountainous region, agriculture becomes difficult. In a desert, it is next to impossible. Terracing and irrigation can mitigate the conditions somewhat, but humans have usually adapted by turning to other activities, such as nomadic herding, hunting, or fishing.
These choices have also led to differences in family and government structures, languages, and even religions. The importance of natural regions should not be underestimated.
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