Question

What creates the northern barrier of China's geographical isolation?

(1 point)
Responses

Himalaya Mountains

Himalaya Mountains

Taklamakan Desert

Taklamakan Desert

Gobi Desert

Gobi Desert

Pacific Ocean

Answer 1

The geographical isolation of China is primarily created by the **Himalaya Mountains** to the south. While the Taklamakan Desert and Gobi Desert contribute to isolation, the Himalayas represent the significant barrier to the south that has historically kept China relatively isolated from the Indian subcontinent and other regions. Therefore, the correct answer is:

**Himalaya Mountains**