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Characteristics of Geographic Regions

Match characteristics to their geographic regions


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Great PlainsFlat lands that gradually increse in elevation westward
Rocky MountainsContains the Continental Divide which determines directional flow of rivers
Basin and RangeContains Death Valley, the lowest point in North America
Coastal RangeContains fertile valleys
Coastal PlainBroad lowlands providing many excellent harbors
Appalachian MountainsOldest mountain range in North America
Canadian ShieldHolds some of the oldest rock formations in North America
Interior LowlandsRolling flatlands with many rivers, broad river valleys, and grasy hills