Regions of Texas Mountains & Basins Flashcards

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What is the Mountains and Basins Region characterized by?

Wetlands

Canyons, mountains, plateaus, and basins (correct)

Flat plains

Forests

What is a basin?

Lowland surrounded by higher land.

What is the highest mountain in Texas?

Guadalupe Peak

What type of climate does the Mountains and Basins Region have?

Desert climate Signup and view all the answers

Which is the largest city in the Mountains and Basins Region?

El Paso, TX Signup and view all the answers

What is the main economic activity of the Mountains and Basins Region?

Tourism Signup and view all the answers

Where is Big Bend National Park located?

On the bend of the Rio Grande in the Mountains and Basins Region. Signup and view all the answers

What river forms the border between Texas and Mexico?

Rio Grande Signup and view all the answers

What is the average annual amount of rain in the Mountains and Basins Region?

9 inches Signup and view all the answers

Name some types of plant life found in the Mountains and Basins Region.

Desert grasses, shrubs, mesquite trees, cacti. Signup and view all the answers

What crops are commonly grown in the Mountains and Basins Region?

Alfalfa, cotton, pecans, vegetables. Signup and view all the answers

What is a natural region defined as?

A region made up of places that share the same kinds of physical or natural features. Signup and view all the answers

What is a subregion?

A smaller part of a region. Signup and view all the answers

What is the largest region in Texas?

Coastal Plains Signup and view all the answers

What type of area is the Piney Woods?

Subregion of the Coastal Plains with forested areas, mainly pine trees. Signup and view all the answers

What are petrochemicals?

Compounds made from oil and natural gas. Signup and view all the answers

What is a bayou?

A marshy inlet or outlet of a river or lake. Signup and view all the answers

What are some crops grown in the Coastal Plains Region?

Rice, cotton, corn, and sorghum. Signup and view all the answers

What are some major cities in the Coastal Plains?

Houston, Galveston, Port Arthur, San Antonio, Dallas. Signup and view all the answers

What industry is major in the Coastal Plains?

Oil industry Signup and view all the answers

What is the largest city in Texas?

Houston, TX Signup and view all the answers

What rich farming area is located in the Coastal Plains Region?

Rio Grande Valley Signup and view all the answers

What is the Post Oak Belt?

A subregion of the Coastal Plains that lies west of the Piney Woods and Gulf Coast Plains. Signup and view all the answers

What is The Black Prairie?

A subregion of the Coastal Plains that stretches west alongside the Post Oak Belt. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Mountains and Basins Region

Part of the intermountain Basins and Plateaus regions of the U.S.
Characterized by a dry climate with canyons, mountains, plateaus, and basins.
Features Guadalupe Peak, Texas' highest mountain at 8,751 feet, marked by a stainless steel pyramid.
Climate includes hot summers, cold winters, and minimal rainfall (average annual rainfall is 9 inches).

Key Locations and Economic Activities

El Paso, the largest city in the region, serves as a central hub.
Big Bend National Park spans 800,000 acres and is a top tourist destination.
Guadalupe Mountains National Park features prominent landmarks, including Guadalupe Peak and El Capitan.
The primary economic activity is tourism, boosted by natural attractions.

Flora and Agriculture

Vegetation includes desert grasses, shrubs, mesquite trees, and cacti.
Common crops include alfalfa, cotton, pecans, and various vegetables.

Coastal Plains Region

Largest region in Texas, covering the coast and extending inland.
Piney Woods subregion has a high water resource availability with 32-50 inches of annual rainfall, featuring mainly pine forests.
Gulf Coastal Plain is adjacent to the Piney Woods, rich in resources.
South Texas Plains lies west of the Gulf Coastal Plain, another significant subregion.

Economy and Agriculture in Coastal Plains

Major crops grown include rice, cotton, corn, and sorghum.
The oil industry is a key economic driver in the coastal plains.
Major cities include Houston, Galveston, Port Arthur, San Antonio, and Dallas, with Houston being the largest city in Texas and fourth largest in the U.S.

Special Features

The Rio Grande serves as the natural border between Texas and Mexico.
The Rio Grande Valley is known for rich farming areas.
The Post Oak Belt and The Black Prairie are additional subregions with distinctive characteristics.

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Test your knowledge about the diverse regions of Texas, focusing on the Mountains and Basins area as well as Coastal Plains. This quiz includes key terms and definitions to help you understand the unique geography and features of these regions.