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Physical geography

Dead Sea Borders: Israel, the West Bank, and Jordan 400+ meters below sea level (lowest point on earth- dry land-) Salt prevents any life form existence Mineral-rich black mud is used for cosmetic treatment CANNOT BE USED AS VIABLE WATER SOURCE

WESt Bank/Gaza strip WEST BANK: a landlocked country that is both claimed by Palestine and Israel UN says: Israeli- occupied territory according to the UN Palestine Authority- part of Palestine GAZA STRIP: contested Palestinian territory that allows access to the sea

Jerusalem= water=life

DRIP IRRIGATION QANAT