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Over One-Third Of Chad Lies Within The Sahara Desert
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Over One-Third Of Chad Lies Within The Sahara Desert

The vast Sahara desert dominates the northern part of the country, creating extreme temperatures and arid conditions. This makes a significant portion of Chad largely uninhabitable and sparsely populated, defining much of its landscape.

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https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/chad/

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March 30, 2026
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ChadGeographyEnvironmentSahara DesertDesertAridClimateNorthern Chad

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