Chapter 14: Russia—A Eurasian Country

Stretching across two continents—Europe and Asia—Russia is the world's largest country. The Ural Mountains separate two large plains in the western half of Russia. In the east the land rises to a large plateau and mountains. Although Russia has many resources, its economy continues to struggle. Moscow is the country's economic, political, and cultural center. As Russia's government has changed, its manufacturing has shifted from heavy to light industry.