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Geography

Geology

"El Salvador, along with the rest of Middle America (a region comprising mainly Mexico and Central America), is one of the most seismologically active regions on earth, situated atop three of the large tectonic plates that constitute the earth's surface. The motion of these plates causes the area's earthquake and volcanic activity."(4)

Physical Features

El Salvador has a beautiful landscape. "A narrow plain extends from the coastal volcanic range to the Pacific Ocean. This region has a width ranging from one to thirty-two kilometers with the widest section in the east, adjacent to the Golfo de Fonseca. Near La Libertad, however, the mountains pinch the lowlands out; the slopes of adjacent volcanoes come down directly to the sea. Surfaces in the Pacific lowlands are generally flat or gently rolling and result from alluvial deposits from nearby slopes."(4) Its such a great place.

Climate

El Salvadors weather most of the time is sunny. "Tempatures vary primarily with elevation and show little seasonal change. The Pacific lowlands are uniformly hot; the central plateau and mountain areas are more moderate."(4) Most people like the weather in El Salvador.

Money In Different Currency

US Dollars Colones Euros $1 8.75 .82 $20 175.00 16.49 $100 875.00 82.43

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Last updated May 31, 2006
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Dorsey High School
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