12 Questions
Which type of forest covered Southern Ontario before land clearing and lumbering in the 19th century?
Hardwood forests with white and red pines
Which large mammals were part of the animal life in Southern Ontario before land clearing?
Moose, woodland caribou, and black bears
Which bodies of water are mentioned as being polluted in Southern Ontario due to industrialization?
Lower Great Lakes
What types of pollution are associated with the mining and pulp and paper industries in Northern Ontario?
Air and water pollution
Where is the boreal forest vegetation found in Ontario?
Northern Ontario
What environmental concern is raised regarding intensive livestock farming in southwestern Ontario?
Effects on groundwater
What is the mean temperature in January at Thunder Bay on Lake Superior?
5 °F
Which of the following statements about Ottawa's climate is correct?
Receives more snow than Toronto annually
Which type of forest vegetation is found in Northern Ontario?
Boreal Forest
What is the frost-free period in the Hudson Bay area?
40 days
Which city has mean temperatures of 13 °F in July?
Ottawa
What is the annual snowfall in Thunder Bay on Lake Superior?
85 inches
Explore the differences in climate between Northern Ontario and Southern Ontario, ranging from frost-free days to temperature variations and precipitation levels. Learn about the unique climates of these regions.
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