Georgia's Physical Features

Appalachian Plateau

Location: Northwest, TAG corner - TN, AL, GA; Climate: Cooler temperatures; Economy: Tourism, Forestry, Coal.

What is the climate of the Valley and Ridge region?

Cooler temperatures.

Piedmont

Location: Central; Climate: Hot and humid; Economy: Manufacturing, Poultry, Forestry; Description: Most populated region with many major cities.

Fill in the Blank: The __ region is known for its highest elevation and home to Brasstown Bald.

Blue Ridge

Coastal Plain

Location: South; Main agricultural region producing peanuts, peaches, soybeans, and cotton; Economy: Agriculture, pine/pulp production, Tourism.

What is a significant fact about the Coastal Plain region?

It is the largest region, covering 60% of the state.

Valley and Ridge

Location: Northwest; Agriculture: Farming in the valleys; Economy: Farming, Textiles and carpet.

What is a defining characteristic of the Appalachian Plateau?

It is the smallest region, home to Cloudland Canyon and Lookout Mountain.

Blue Ridge

Location: Northeast; Climate: Cooler temperatures with the most precipitation; Agriculture: Small farms.

Fill in the Blank: The __ region is recognized as the carpet capital of the world.

Valley and Ridge