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Tornado

Oklahoma averages 54 tornadoes a year.

Fossil Fuels in Oklahoma

The main fossil fuels found in Oklahoma are oil, natural gas, and coal.

Three Forks Area

The area known as Three Forks contains the joining of the Verdigris, Grand, and Arkansas rivers.

Largest Lakes in Oklahoma

The two largest lakes in Oklahoma are Eufaula and Texoma.

Coal Deposits in Oklahoma

Oklahoma's coal deposits are associated with the eastern region of the state.

First Major Oil Discovery

The first major oil discovery in Oklahoma was the Nellie Johnstone Number One near Bartlesville.

Forested Area in Oklahoma

20 percent of Oklahoma is covered in forest.

Lines on the Globe

The lines on the globe that run north and south are called meridians.

Oklahoma's Grasslands

Oklahoma is part of the Great Plains, a giant oval grassland extending from Canada.

Highest Point in Oklahoma

The highest point found in Oklahoma is called Black Mesa.

Mount Scott Location

Mount Scott is located in the Wichita Mountains.

Surface Area of Oklahoma

The total surface area of Oklahoma is 70,000 square miles.

Natural Disasters in Oklahoma

A hurricane is least likely to be found in Oklahoma.

Prairie Plains

The region that is Oklahoma's great agriculture show place.

Red River Plains

This region has very low elevation but rich soil.

Sandstone Hills

This region contains some of the state's most important oil fields.

Wichita Mountains

This region was formed when ancient lava flows were pushed up.

Ozark Plateau

A region located in the northeastern part of the state with rich prairies and wooded areas.

Gypsum Hills

The western part of the state characterized by buttes, springs, and caves.

Ouachita Mountains

Located in the southeastern part, this region is the roughest part of the state.

High Plains

The region known as the Panhandle and the western border of Oklahoma.

Arbuckle Mountains

Contains a very old mountain system and the most diverse mineral resources.

Red Bed Plains

Characterized by slightly rolling land in the middle of the state.