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Bonus: What is rumored to be hidden in Lake Titicaca?
Inca gold treasure.
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monster
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gift
Win 15 points!
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shark
Other team loses 10 points!
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lifesaver
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What is the tree line in the central Andes?
The highest elevation at which trees can grow (10,000 to 12,000 feet)
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Why are glaciers important for people living below the snow line?
They store water that melts and flows down to lower elevations during summer.
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Name one mineral commonly mined in the tierra helada.
Tin, lead, copper, or silver.
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trap
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fairy
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shark
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baam
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Name two indigenous groups that live in the central Andes.
Quechua and Aymara.
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What dangers can melting glaciers cause?
Floods, landslides, or avalanches.
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What is the world's highest navigable lake located in the Altiplano?
Lake Titicaca
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What is the temperature range in the tierra helada?
20°F to 55°F.
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Is the region above the snow line inhabited? Why or why not?
No, because it is too cold and rocky for people to live there.
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thief
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star
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gift
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lifesaver
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banana
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rocket
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gift
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What type of vegetation is common in dry areas of the tierra fría?
Shrubs and grasses.
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What is the snow line?
The elevation where permanent snow and ice begin.
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Why is mining dangerous in the tierra helada?
Miners face risks of lung disease and injuries due to harsh working conditions.
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