Natural Regions
In which natural region is Banff found?
Rocky Mountains
What is climate?
The long-term average of weather patterns over time in a certain area.
What is a natural resource?
Something that is found in nature and can be used by people, such as: coal, water, lumber.
What is a provincial park?
A protected area of land that is owned by the provincial government. People can go and enjoy these parks through camping, hiking, swimming, etc.
True or False: the Interior Plains are a natural region in Alberta.
False
True or False: Northern Alberta is warmer than Southern Alberta.
False.
True or False: fish are an important natural resource in Alberta.
False
Which was Alberta's first provincial park?
Aspen Beach Provincial Park
Which natural region provides most of Alberta's lumber?
Boreal Forest
True or False: The type of vegetation that can grow in an area changes based on the climate in that area.
True.
Which two resources are included as part of "fossil fuels"?
Oil and Gas
True or False: it is only the Alberta government's job to take care of provincial parks.
False. It is our job, too!
In which natural region are most fossils in Alberta found?
Badlands (which is Grasslands)
Describe the climate of the Grassland region in the summer.
Hot and dry, with enough rain to grow crops.
What is a fossil?
The preserved remains of ancient plants or animals. Usually the harder parts (bones) of an animal are what is preserved.
Name two reasons why provincial parks are important.
To protect animal habitats, to prevent pollution in an area, to give Albertans beautiful outdoor spaces to enjoy.
Which natural region has a lot of exposed bedrock?
Canadian Shield
What is the Alberta Clipper?
It is a fierce, cold wind that starts in the Rocky Mountains and blows into Alberta.
How do natural resources affect where people in Alberta live?
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How many provincial parks are there in Alberta?
Over 400 - 473 parks to be exact!