Climate
What type of climate does the St.Lawrence Lowlands have?
Humid continental climate
Name one common tree species found in the St.Lawrence Lowlands
Sugar Maple
What is the name of the largest island in the St.Lawrence River?
Île d'Orléans
What is the most important mineral resource in the region?
The iron ore
Which industry processes milk and cheese in the region?
Dairy industry
Which season is known for heavy snowfall?
Winter
Which large mammal is often seen along the St.Lawrence River?
The great blue whale
Which landform is created by glacial activity in the region?
U-shaped valleys
What resource is vital for agriculture in the St.Lawrence Lowlands?
Fertile soil
Which industry relies on the region's fertile land?
Agriculture industry
What is the average summer temperature range?
20-25C in summer
What bird species migrates through the St.Lawrence Lowlands each year?
Canada goose
What is the main type of soil found in the St.Lawrence Lowlands?
Fertile clay soil
what type of forest product is harvested in the region?
Timber or Biomass
Which industry uses the river for shipping goods?
Manfacturing and transportation
What body of water moderates the climate?
The St.Lawrence River
Which fish is commonly found in the St.Lawrence River?
yellow perch
Which mineral is mined near the St.Lawrence River?
Fluorspar
Which major industry produces newsprint and paper?
Pulp and paper industry
How do these bodies of water moderate the climate?
The river and lakes keep winters milder and summers cooler
What endangered animal can be found in the St.Lawrence ecosystem?
beluga whale
Which industry manufactures cars and machinery in the area?
Manufacturing industry