Question

mexico geography

1. what is the capital city of mexico?
2. which ocean borders mexico to the west?
3. name the large peninsula in southeastern mexico that is home to the states of yucatán,

campeche, and quintana roo.

1. what river forms part of the border between mexico and the united states?
2. what is the largest desert in northern mexico?
3. which mountain range runs along mexicos eastern coast?
4. which mexican city is known for its ancient mayan ruins, including the temple of kukulkan?
5. what is the name of the large mountain range that runs down western mexico?
6. name the second - largest city in mexico, known for its rich cultural history and famous

mariachi music.

1. what is the name of the volcano located near mexico city that is one of the most active in

mexico?

1. in which mexican state is the famous copper canyon located?

Explanation:

1. Mexico City is the capital of Mexico, a major political, cultural, and economic center.
2. The Pacific Ocean lies to the west of Mexico, with a long coastline.
3. The Yucatán Peninsula is in southeastern Mexico, home to those states.
4. The Rio Grande (Río Bravo del Norte) forms part of the US - Mexico border.
5. The Chihuahuan Desert is the largest in northern Mexico.
6. The Sierra Madre Oriental runs along Mexico's eastern coast.
7. Chichen Itza (in Yucatán state) has ancient Mayan ruins like the Temple of Kukulkan.
8. The Sierra Madre Occidental runs down western Mexico.
9. Guadalajara is the second - largest city, known for its cultural history and mariachi music.
10. Popocatépetl is a volcano near Mexico City and one of the most active in Mexico.
11. Copper Canyon (Barranca del Cobre) is located in the state of Chihuahua.

Answer:

1. Mexico City
2. The Pacific Ocean
3. The Yucatán Peninsula
4. The Rio Grande (Río Bravo del Norte)
5. The Chihuahuan Desert
6. The Sierra Madre Oriental
7. Chichen Itza
8. The Sierra Madre Occidental
9. Guadalajara
10. Popocatépetl
11. Chihuahua