Unit 2: Physical Regions of Canada

Question 1

Physical Geography

Answer 1

Study of natural features and processes of the Earth
EX) Climate, landforms, ecosystems, natural disasters

Question 2

Human Geography

Answer 2

Study of human activities and their impact on the environment
EX) Population, migration, urbanization

Question 3

The Cordillera

Answer 3

Landforms: Mountains, valleys, and coastal areas.

Climate: Mild on the coast, colder and wetter in the mountains.

Vegetation: Forests with pine, and cedar trees.

Wildlife: Bears, mountain goats, moose, and eagles.

Natural Resources: Timber, minerals, fish, and oil.

Question 4

The Prairies

Answer 4

Landforms: Flat plains, rolling hills, river valleys

Climate: Dry, hot summers and cold winters

Vegetation: Grasses, and very few trees

Wildlife: Deer, coyotes, rabbits, birds

Natural Resources: Wheat, canola, oil, natural gas