Question

Which statement accurately describes the physical characteristics of Germany?

Germany is made up of four very distinct regions.

Germany’s landscape is a gradual descent of mountains to plains, running from south to north.

Germany’s northern half is significantly different from its southern half.

Germany has several distinct linguistic regions that are physically and economically similar.

Answer 1

Germany’s northern half is significantly different from its southern half.

Explanation:

• The southern half of Germany is characterized by the presence of hilly terrains with moderate to high altitude ranges.

• The highest elevation point in Germany falls in southern Germany and is named Zugspitze which is about 9718 feet above the sea level.

• Also, there is comparatively 'less natural vegetation' in the southern part of Germany.

• On the other hand, the northern part of the country is dominated by planes stretching roughly from central Germany to the northern coast.

Answer 2

Answer: The statement that accurately describes the physical characteristics of Germany is that:

Germany is made up of four very distinct regions.

Explanation: The regional constituents of an area gives a detailed description of the physical nature of the area.