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what are the main industries in the desert
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mining, commercial farming and tourism
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how much area does the desert cover
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109,826 sq mi. (284,449 sq km
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why is there a recent spike in population growth
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many retired people have moved there
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what is the largest city in the desert
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Las Vegas
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what are the main tourist attractions
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The Grand Canyon, Death Valley and Las Vegas
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what is mined in the desert
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-Originally Gold and Silver
-Today Copper, Lead, Zinc and Uraniam |
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How do they get water
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The main water source is the Colorado river
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What is the water used for
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Mainly used for farming and in tourist cities.
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what states are in the desert
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Nevada, California, Arizona, Utah, Colorado, New mexico
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