Which of the following best defines a formal region? An area defined by one predominant or universal characteristic throughout its region. Has defined boundaries.

An area that has a central node and a surrounding area that is defined by a particular function.

An area that is defined by more common or accepted traditions instead of objective data. Does not have defined boundaries.

An area where people choose to live. Has boundaries that can not be seen on a map.

What is the difference between the cultures of central asia and the caucasus region? the majority of people in central asia are muslim; the majority in the caucasus region are christian. the primary language in central asia is armenian; the primary language in the caucasus region is russian. central asia has been plagued by ethnic unrest; the caucasus region has had little ethnic conflict. the effects of soviet rule can still be seen in central asia; the caucasus region has developed its own identity since the fall of the ussr.