What effect might the dry climate of Mongolia and western China have on the people who live there? In my opinion, I think that there might be less fresh produce (crops), which people need for part of their sustenance. Also, the dry climate may cause droughts. Is my answer ...
It's too dry to grow crops. People in these regions have become nomadic herders and they must move their herds to find water and grass. The people also might have to adjust to find ways to get water such as developing an irrigation system.
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