B.5. Major Plains Of The World
Plains are the most important landforms found on the earth’s surface. The plains are nothing but a low-lying relatively flat land surface with a very gentle slope and minimum local relief. Plains occupy about 55% of the earth’s land surface. Most of the plains have been formed by the deposition of sediments brought down by rivers. Besides rivers, some plains have also been formed by the action of the wind, moving ice, and tectonic activities. Important topics under this tag include,
- Classification of Plains: Based on their mode of formation, plains can be classified as:
- Structural plain
- Erosional plains
- Depositional plains
- Economic Significance of the plains.
Must know (World Geography) |
Masai Mara (Africa): Famous for its wildlife and as a site of the Great Migration. |
Must know (Indian Geography) |
Coastal Plains: India boasts both Eastern and Western Coastal Plains, which are known for their beautiful beaches and fertile soil. |
Here are some major plains around the world and their locations:
Indo-Gangetic Plain |
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North European Plain |
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Great Plains (North American Prairie) |
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Amazon Basin |
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Nile Delta |
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North China Plain |
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Indus Valley |
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Central Valley (Great Valley of California) |
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Pampas |
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Siberian Plain (West Siberian Plain) |
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