CLIMATE CHANGE AND ITS IMPACT ON THE PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY OF UZBEKISTAN
Keywords:
climate change, geography of Uzbekistan, drought, water scarcity, ecological balance, desertification, adaptation strategies.Abstract
This article analyzes the impact of global climate change on the natural and geographical systems of Uzbekistan, particularly water resources, ecosystems, arid regions, flora and fauna. The main causes and consequences of climate warming and local adaptation measures are given special attention.
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