Primary Physical Features of North America

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A concise guide to the major mountain ranges, water systems, and landforms that define the North American continent.

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Sihu PARK

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Primary Physical Features of North AmericaOnline version A concise guide to the major mountain ranges, water systems, and landforms that define the North American continent. by Sihu PARK 1 Appalachian Mountains - An old, heavily forested mountain range in the eastern United States and Canada. They are much lower and more rounded than the Rockies due to erosion. 2 Rocky Mountains - A massive, jagged range stretching from New Mexico to Canada. Has high peaks and alpine lakes, forming the Continental Divide of North America. 3 Mount Denali - Located in Alaska, this is the highest peak in North America, known for its extreme cold and massive base-to-peak rise within Denali National Park. 4 Great Basin Desert - A large, arid "cold" desert covering most of Nevada. It is unique because its water drains into inland basins rather than flowing to the ocean. 5 Mississippi River - The primary drainage system of the Central US, flowing from Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico. It is a vital route for transportation and commerce. 6 Missouri River - The longest river in North America, rising in the Rockies and flowing east to join the Mississippi. It was the path for the Lewis and Clark trip. 7 Saint Lawrence River - A major waterway connecting the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean. It forms a key border between Canada and the US and is a shipping lane. 8 Yukon River - A long, wild river flowing through British Columbia, the Yukon Territory, and Alaska. It played a central role during the famous Klondike Gold Search. 9 Great Lakes - Five massive freshwater lakes—Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie, and Ontario. Together, they hold about 20% of the Earth's surface fresh water. 10 Atlantic Ocean - The second-largest ocean, bordering the eastern coasts of the US and Canada. It has been the main route for trade and migration for centuries. 11 Pacific Ocean - The world's largest and deepest ocean, bordering the western coast. It is known for deep trenches, volcanic activity, and vast maritime trade routes. 12 Arctic Ocean - The smallest, shallowest ocean, located around the North Pole. It is mostly covered by ice year-round and borders northern Alaska and the Arctic. 13 Hudson Bay - A massive saltwater body in northeastern Canada. It is frozen for much of the year and was a critical site for the early North American trade. 14 Gulf of Mexico - A large, warm ocean basin bounded by the southern US and Mexico. It is famous for diverse marine life, white sand beaches, and oil rigs. 15 Gulf of Saint Lawrence - The world's largest estuary, where the St. Lawrence River meets the Atlantic. It is a rich fishing ground and a primary entry point.

Primary Physical Features of North AmericaOnline version

A concise guide to the major mountain ranges, water systems, and landforms that define the North American continent.

1 Appalachian Mountains 2 Rocky Mountains 3 Mount Denali 4 Great Basin Desert 5 Mississippi River 6 Missouri River 7 Saint Lawrence River 8 Yukon River 9 Great Lakes 10 Atlantic Ocean 11 Pacific Ocean 12 Arctic Ocean 13 Hudson Bay 14 Gulf of Mexico 15 Gulf of Saint Lawrence

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