China, satellite image
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China, satellite image
China, satellite image. North is at top. Green areas are vegetated, brown are desert and white are snow-covered. China is the worlds most populous country. It has an estimated population of over 1.3 billion people. China borders fourteen other countries, including Russia, Mongolia, India and Pakistan. Much or China is composed of desert or mountains. The Himalayas mark the southwest border of the country. The Gobi Desert is in the countrys northeast and the Takla Makan Desert in the northwest. Chinas capital city is Beijing in the east of the country close to the coast of the Yellow Sea (inlet, right centre)
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This satellite image of China showcases the diverse and vast landscape of this remarkable country. With its north at the top, we can see the contrasting colors that define different regions. The green areas represent lush vegetation, while brown signifies desert terrain and white indicates snow-covered regions. China is renowned for being the most populous country in the world, with an estimated population exceeding 1.3 billion people. It shares borders with fourteen neighboring countries including Russia, Mongolia, India, and Pakistan. Much of China's landmass consists of deserts or mountains; indeed, it is home to some of the highest peaks on Earth. The majestic Himalayas mark China's southwest border, adding a touch of grandeur to its already breathtaking scenery. In contrast, the Gobi Desert dominates the northeast region while the Takla Makan Desert stretches across its northwest. Beijing serves as China's capital city and is located in eastern parts close to the coast of Yellow Sea inlet. This print from Science Photo Library allows us to appreciate not only China's geographical diversity but also its strategic location along major bodies of water like South China Sea and East China Sea. As we gaze upon this stunning image captured from space by satellites dedicated to earth observation sciences, we are reminded once again why our planet holds such awe-inspiring beauty within its boundaries - a testament to nature's wonders and human civilization coexisting harmoniously amidst these varied landscapes.
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