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Which of the following statements describe the most and least populous areas of Russia, and why are some areas more heavily populated than others? (Select all that apply)(3 points) Responses The European part of Russia is sparsely populated because of its extreme cold temperatures. The European part of Russia is sparsely populated because of its extreme cold temperatures. Areas with permafrost, like Siberia, have low population density due to limited vegetation and construction difficulties. Areas with permafrost, like Siberia, have low population density due to limited vegetation and construction difficulties. Siberia's low population is due to the harsh climate and permafrost, which makes it difficult to build roads and buildings. Siberia's low population is due to the harsh climate and permafrost, which makes it difficult to build roads and buildings. The European part of Russia is the most heavily populated because it has better climates for agriculture. The European part of Russia is the most heavily populated because it has better climates for agriculture. Siberia is densely populated because it has vast open land for construction and farming.

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The statements that accurately describe the most and least populous areas of Russia and the reasons for their population densities are:

  1. Areas with permafrost, like Siberia, have low population density due to limited vegetation and construction difficulties.
  2. Siberia's low population is due to the harsh climate and permafrost, which makes it difficult to build roads and buildings.
  3. The European part of Russia is the most heavily populated because it has better climates for agriculture.

The first two statements correctly describe why Siberia is sparsely populated, focusing on the challenges posed by permafrost and the harsh climate. The third statement reflects the fact that the European part of Russia, with its more favorable climate for agriculture, supports a larger population.

The incorrect statements are:

  • The European part of Russia is sparsely populated because of its extreme cold temperatures. (This is not true; the European part is actually more populated due to its milder climate compared to Siberia.)
  • Siberia is densely populated because it has vast open land for construction and farming. (This is also incorrect; the vast open land in Siberia does not lead to high population density due to the harsh climate.)