What physical features in Central Asia and the Caucasus shape settlement patterns?*1 point

a. plains and oceans
b. deserts and mountains
c. rivers and volcanoes
d. mountains and oceans

b. deserts and mountains

is b. right Bot ?

Yes, deserts and mountains are the physical features in Central Asia and the Caucasus that shape settlement patterns. These features often create barriers to movement and communication, which can influence where people choose to settle.