Appalachian

Geological history

100

These are some of the oldest mountains on Earth.

The appalachian mountains

200

These two types of rocks are found in the Appalachian region

sedimentary and volcanic rocks

300

This process happens when large pieces of Earth's crust collide, helping form mountains

plate tectonics colliding and overlapping

Climate

100

This type of climate is found in the northern Appalachians.

humid continental climate

200

This type of precipitation can be especially heavy in the northern and central Appalachians during winter

snowfall

300

 As you climb higher up a mountain, temperatures generally do this

decrease

Eco system

100

Name one animal commonly found in the Appalachian region

bear, deer, or beaver

200

Name one type of tree found in the Canadian Appalachian region

fir, birch, pine, cedar, or chestnut tree

300

This fungus destroyed American chestnut trees during the 20th century

chestnut blight

Major landforms

100

These large, elevated areas of relatively flat land are found in the Appalachian region

plateaus

200

 This natural force, involving the movement of Earth's crust, helped create the Appalachian Mountains

tectonic plate movement

300

This is the tallest mountain in the Canadian Appalachians, located in Quebec

Mont Jacques-Cartier

Natural resources and industries

100

Name one natural resource found in the Appalachian region

lumber, coal, fresh water, or minerals

200

Name one major industry in the Appalachian region that is the proccess cutting down and processing trees

forestry

300

Name two major industries in the Appalachian region besides forestry

mining, agriculture, tourism, or fishing