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What is the contrast between the Western Cordillera and the Appalachian Region?
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The Western Cordilleras has many peaks exceeding 4,000 m above sea level.
The Appalachian ranges do not exceed 2,100m in altitude
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The Western Cordillera is a young and high mountain range located in the western part of North America, known for its rugged terrain and active tectonic activity. In contrast, the Appalachian Region is an older mountain range located in the eastern part of North America, characterized by lower elevations and more rounded peaks due to erosion over time. Additionally, the Appalachian Region has a more complex geological history with a variety of rock types compared to the more uniform volcanic and sedimentary rocks found in the Western Cordillera.
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What landforms lie between the two mountain ranges of the cordillera?
i think its the seirra madrea river
What mountain range is between Georgia and New York?
The Appalachian Mountains.
In which city and state does the Appalachian Trail begin and end?
The Appalachian National Scenic Trail is between Mount Katahdin, Maine, and Springer Mountain, Georgia.
Where is the end of the Appalachian trail?
The end of the Appalachian Trail is in Springer Mountain, Georgia at the southern terminus.
Why was the wilderness road important to the pioneers?
The Wilderness Road was important to pioneers as it provided a direct route through the Appalachian Mountains, connecting the eastern settlements with the western frontier. This road facilitated westward expansion and allowed for easier migration, trade, and communication between different regions.
Difference between western cordillera and the Appalachians?
the western cordilleras are young fold mountains, while the appalachians are old fold mountains.
What is the difference between coal mined in the Appalachian and in the western states?
coal in the western areas has a lower energy content
What is a mountain range found in the western cordillera between the rocky mountains and coast mountains?
the appalachain mountains
What are the similarities between the Coastal Plains and the Appalachian Mountains?
One of the biggest similarities is that both their economies are partly based on tourism. Other than that there's not many clear similarities since mostly they are very different kind of regions.
Who is Appalachian state universities football rival?
Western Carolina University. The first game between Appalachian State and Western Carolina was played in 1932, and the two teams have played annually since 1946. The game is called "The Battle for the Old Mountain Jug," after a moonshine jug painted gold that is given as a trophy to the winning team. A Mountaineer (Appalachian State's mascot) and a Catamount (Western Carolina's mascot) are painted on opposite sides of the jug. Appalachian leads the rivalry with a win/loss record of 56-18, with one tie.
What geographic region is located on the Western side of the Appalachian Mountains specifically between the Unaka Mountains and the Cumberland Plateau.?
Unaka mountains
The Appalachian mountains are located between Maine and what other state?
The Appalachain mountains are located west of the Coastal Plains, exteneds from eastern Canada to western Alabama.
The technique of chiaroscuro relies on?
a contrast between light and dark.
Is it true that the land between the Appalachian mountains and the Mississippi river was called the trans-Appalachian west?
No it is not true the region between the Appalachian mountains and Mississippi river is called the Northwest Ordinance.
Which term describes the area of Peru between the Andes and the pacific?
cordillera
Where is the great Appalachian valleys located?
It is located between Appalachian Plateau region and Valley and Ridge region
What are the landfroms that lie between the 2 mountain ranges of the cordillera?
you spelt *from* incorrectly :/
