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Coastal Region Compare and Contrast Diagram
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Welcome to the Inner Coastal
Region of Georgia!!!
General information
Located in the _________________ part of the state, the Coastal Plain is the ___________________ physiographic region in the state. During prehistoric times, it was completely covered by the ocean. The beginning of this region is marked by the ______________ _____________. It is divided into the Inner Coastal Plain and the Outer Coastal Plain.
Description
______________ _____________ with low relief and flat to gentle slopes is the first noticeable difference in this region. Rivers _________ more ___________ in this region and generally become ____________as they flow toward the coasts due to the flat land.
This is the major agricultural region in the state and contains the _____________ __________________ (where ideal soil for growing _____________ onions is found) and the _______________ _______________ (where ideal soil for growing _______________, ______________, and ______________ is found).
Geography
SS8G1 The student will describe Georgia with regard to physical features and location.
a. Describe the five geographic regions of Georgia; include the Blue Ridge Mountains, Valley and Ridge, Appalachian Plateau, Piedmont, and Coastal Plain.
c. Locate and evaluate the importance of key physical features on the development of Georgia; include the Fall Line, Okefenokee Swamp, Appalachian Mountains, Chattahoochee and Savannah Rivers, and barrier islands.
d. Evaluate the impact of climate on Georgia’s development.
Inner Coastal Region of Georgia
Essential Questions
a. To what extent do the five geographic regions of Georgia; Blue Ridge Mountains, Valley and Ridge, Appalachian Plateau, Piedmont, and Coastal Plain impact Georgia.
c. Analyze the importance of key physical features on the development of Georgia; include the Fall Line, Okefenokee Swamp, Appalachian Mountains, Chattahoochee and Savannah Rivers, and barrier islands.
d. Evaluate the impact of climate on Georgia’s development.
Climate
The Inner Coastal Plain has hot summers and mild winters. It is usually hot and humid during the summer months. The growing season is from 240 to 270 days. The annual rainfall in the Inner Coastal Plain ranges from less than 48 inches to 56 inches in the southwestern corner. The long growing season makes this part of Georgia an ideal location to grow crops.
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|Rivers |
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|Lakes |
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Natural Resources
1. __________________________________
2. __________________________________
3. __________________________________
4. __________________________________
5. __________________________________
Inner Coastal Region is best known as the agricultural backbone of the state.
Crops Grown in this region:
1. _________________________
2. _________________________
3. _________________________
4. _________________________
5. _________________________
6. _________________________
7. _________________________
Kaolin (red clay) is mined from this region
Important facts to Remember about the Coastal regions of Georgia
1. The Coastal region of Georgia is the _________________ region and covers ___________________ the of state.
2. The land is very ___________ with many _______ flowing through it.
3. This land is ideal for ______________ giving it the nickname the ________________________ of the state.
4. The Coastal Region can be divided in two sections known as the ___________________________________.
5. Inner Coastal Plain: ______________, good underground ___________________, state’s major __________ region
Welcome to the Inner
Coastal Region of Georgia!!!
General information
Located in the _________________ part of the state, the Coastal Plain is the ___________________ physiographic region in the state. During prehistoric times, it was completely covered by the ocean. The beginning of this region is marked by the ______________ _____________. It is divided into the Inner Coastal Plain and the Outer Coastal Plain.
Description
______________ _____________ with low relief and flat to gentle slopes is the first noticeable difference in this region. Rivers _________ more ___________ in this region and generally become ____________as they flow toward the coasts due to the flat land.
This is the major agricultural region in the state and contains the _____________ __________________ (where ideal soil for growing _____________ onions is found) and the _______________ _______________ (where ideal soil for growing _______________, ______________, and ______________ is found).
Geography
SS8G1 The student will describe Georgia with regard to physical features and location.
a. Describe the five geographic regions of Georgia; include the Blue Ridge Mountains, Valley and Ridge, Appalachian Plateau, Piedmont, and Coastal Plain.
c. Locate and evaluate the importance of key physical features on the development of Georgia; include the Fall Line, Okefenokee Swamp, Appalachian Mountains, Chattahoochee and Savannah Rivers, and barrier islands.
d. Evaluate the impact of climate on Georgia’s development.
Inner Coastal Region of Georgia
Essential Questions
a. To what extent do the five geographic regions of Georgia; Blue Ridge Mountains, Valley and Ridge, Appalachian Plateau, Piedmont, and Coastal Plain impact Georgia.
c. Analyze the importance of key physical features on the development of Georgia; include the Fall Line, Okefenokee Swamp, Appalachian Mountains, Chattahoochee and Savannah Rivers, and barrier islands.
d. Evaluate the impact of climate on Georgia’s development.
Climate
The Inner Coastal Plain has hot summers and mild winters. It is usually hot and humid during the summer months. The growing season is from 240 to 270 days. The annual rainfall in the Inner Coastal Plain ranges from less than 48 inches to 56 inches in the southwestern corner. The long growing season makes this part of Georgia an ideal location to grow crops.
Natural Resources
1. __________________________________
2. __________________________________
3. __________________________________
4. __________________________________
5. __________________________________
|Land Use: |
|__________________________________________ |
|______________________________________________ |
|______________________________________________ |
|_____________________________________________ |
|______________________________________________ |
|_____________________________________________ |
|Rivers |
|_________________________________________ |
|_________________________________________ |
|_________________________________________ |
|_________________________________________ |
|_________________________________________ |
|_________________________________________ |
|_________________________________________ |
|_________________________________________ |
|_________________________________________ |
|Lakes |
|_________________________________________ |
|_________________________________________ |
Inner Coastal Region is best known as the agricultural backbone of the state.
Crops Grown in this region:
8. _________________________
9. _________________________
10. _________________________
11. _________________________
12. _________________________
13. _________________________
14. _________________________
Kaolin (red clay) is mined from this region
Important facts to Remember about the Coastal regions of Georgia
1. __________________________________________________________________________________________
2. __________________________________________________________________________________________.
3. __________________________________________________________________________________________.
4. __________________________________________________________________________________________.
5. __________________________________________________________________________________.
6. __________________________________________________________________________________.
Outer Coastal Region of Georgia
Welcome to the Outer Coastal Region of Georgia!!!
General information
Located on the ________________ Coast, the Outer Coastal Plain is the center of ________________ stores and _______________ production in the state. The _____________________ ___________________ can be found here and is the home for hundreds of varies __________________ and __________________species.
Description
Large _____________________, _____________________ areas, interlocking rivers and tributaries, and sandy beaches are primary features in the Outer Coastal Plain. It is the home to many ___________________ _________________ and much of the land is used as wilderness sanctuaries.
Major ____________________ ports can be found along the coast along with seafood gathering and processing. Many tourist come for the scenery and relaxation the Outer Coastal Plain has to offer.
Climate
The Outer Coastal Plain has hot summers and mild winters. It is usually hot and humid during the summer months. The growing season is over 270 days. The annual rainfall in the Outer Coastal Plain ranges from 48 to 56 inches.
Places to Know
The Okefenokee Swamp is the largest swamp in North America. It spans over 681 square miles across the southeastern part of Georgia. Most of the fresh water lies close to the surface making this area a large wetland.
|Land Use: |
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|______________________________________________ |
|______________________________________________ |
|_____________________________________________ |
|______________________________________________ |
|__________________________________________________________________ |
|Rivers and the Ocean |
|_________________________________________ |
|_________________________________________ |
|_________________________________________ |
|_________________________________________ |
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Barrier Islands:
The islands that block the wind and sand and help protect the mainland from erosion are known as barrier islands. These are found off of the coast of the Outer Coastal Plain. These islands were once referred to as the “Islands of Gold” by Spanish explorers. The islands include:
1. __________________________
2. __________________________
3. __________________________
4. __________________________
The Fall Line, a natural boundary, separates the Coastal Plain from the Piedmont Plateau
Important facts to Remember about the Outer Coastal regions of Georgia
1. Outer Coastal Plain (southeast corner): rich soil for __________________________________________________.
2. Low-lying freshwater _________ with many _________________________________________________.
3. Spanish explorers called the ______________________ “islands of gold”.
4. The islands protect beaches by __________ sand, winds, and water that could _______________ the mainland.
5. _____________ remains wilderness areas.
6. Much ____________, seafood gathering, and ________________________________________ for shipping
Coastal Wetland
Georgia’s Coastal Wetland is an area of low-lying land that is covered by water all or part of the time. It is home to many species of animal and plant life. These wetlands also serve as a buffer for the mainland during storms as well as a filter of pollutants from some of Georgia’s rivers.
Outer Coastal Region of Georgia
Welcome to the Outer Coastal Region of Georgia!!!
General information
Located on the ________________ Coast, the Outer Coastal Plain is the center of ________________ stores and _______________ production in the state. The _____________________ ___________________ can be found here and is the home for hundreds of varies __________________ and __________________species.
Description
Large _____________________, _____________________ areas, interlocking rivers and tributaries, and sandy beaches are primary features in the Outer Coastal Plain. It is the home to many ___________________ _________________ and much of the land is used as wilderness sanctuaries.
Major ____________________ ports can be found along the coast along with seafood gathering and processing. Many tourist come for the scenery and relaxation the Outer Coastal Plain has to offer.
Climate
The Outer Coastal Plain has hot summers and mild winters. It is usually hot and humid during the summer months. The growing season is over 270 days. The annual rainfall in the Outer Coastal Plain ranges from 48 to 56 inches.
Places to Know
The Okefenokee Swamp is the largest swamp in North America. It spans over 681 square miles across the southeastern part of Georgia. Most of the fresh water lies close to the surface making this area a large wetland.
|Land Use: |
|__________________________________________ |
|______________________________________________ |
|______________________________________________ |
|_____________________________________________ |
|______________________________________________ |
|__________________________________________________________________ |
|Rivers and the Ocean |
|_________________________________________ |
|_________________________________________ |
|_________________________________________ |
|_________________________________________ |
|_________________________________________ |
| |
Barrier Islands:
The islands that block the wind and sand and help protect the mainland from erosion are known as barrier islands. These are found off of the coast of the Outer Coastal Plain. These islands were once referred to as the “Islands of Gold” by Spanish explorers. The islands include:
1. __________________________
2. __________________________
3. __________________________
4. __________________________
The Fall Line, a natural boundary, separates the Coastal Plain from the Piedmont Plateau
Important facts to Remember about the Outer Coastal regions of Georgia
1. __________________________________________________________________________________________
2. __________________________________________________________________________________________.
3. __________________________________________________________________________________________.
4. __________________________________________________________________________________________.
5. _____________________________________________
6. __________________________________________________________________________________________
Coastal Wetland
Georgia’s Coastal Wetland is an area of low-lying land that is covered by water all or part of the time. It is home to many species of animal and plant life. These wetlands also serve as a buffer for the mainland during storms as well as a filter of pollutants from some of Georgia’s rivers.
Inner Coastal Plain
Outer Coastal Plain
How are these two regions alike?
Find at Least Three Similarities
1. ______________________________________________________________________________________
2. ______________________________________________________________________________________
3. ______________________________________________________________________________________
How are these two plains different?
Outer Coastal Plain
Inner Coastal Plain
Choose Sides
Some people in Georgia think that the Coastal Region of Georgia is the best out of the five regions. Other residents disagree and have a different favorite region. Check off which side you are on and why-defend your answer. (Your defense must be at least six sentences)
( The Coastal Region of Georgia is the best of the five regions ( The Coastal Region of Georgia is NOT the best region
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