Question

Which physical characteristics have played a role in the region's environmental problems?

Answer 1

The correct answer is - oil resources.

The North Africa region is a region that has an abundance of oil and natural gas reserves. Their economies mostly revolve around the export of this two resources. But the oil extraction comes with a big price, damaging the environment. Be it on land or in water, the oil extraction effectively destroys the surrounding area. The oil spills as well, are one of the worst things that can happen to the environment, they have a devastating effect and cause the dying out of whole ecosystems, and their effects are long term.