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The Smokies are named for the blue mist that always seems to hover around the peaks and valleys. The Cherokee called them shaconage, (shah-con-ah-jey) or "place of the blue smoke". The Smokies are named for the blue mist that always seems to hover around the peaks and valleys. The Cherokee called them shaconage, (shah-con-ah-jey) or "place of the blue smoke".
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Why are the smoky mountains called the smokies?
The Smoky Mountains are called the "Smokies" due to the natural fog and mist that frequently envelop the range, giving it a smoky appearance. This phenomenon is caused by the high levels of humidity and the plants releasing volatile organic compounds, which create a bluish haze. The name reflects both the visual characteristic and the mystical quality of the landscape, contributing to its charm and allure.
Why do they call the mountains smokey?
The Smokey Mountains got their name because the trees give off some chemicals which in the presence of sunlight convert to a biologically produced photochemical smog which gives the mountains a hazy atmosphere, they look smokey.
Why are the Rocky Mountains called the rocky mountains?
They are called that because that is what they are -- huge rocks.
How did the Alps get their name?
The name "Alps" is derived from the Latin word "albus," which means white. This is thought to refer to the white snowy peaks of the mountains.
Do tornadoes form on mountains?
Tornadoes can form in mountains, but most do not.
How high is the smoky mountains?
The smoky mountains are nonexistent. Try the smokey mountains
Why are the Smoky Mountains smoky?
The Smoky Mountains get their name from the natural fog and mist that often hangs over the region, caused by the release of volatile organic compounds from the dense forests and vegetation in the area.
What are some facts about the smoky mountains?
Thay are smoky. They are mountains. They are found in North Carolina.
Is it spelled Smoky or Smokey Mountains?
smokey
How did the The Great Smoky Mountains get its name?
The haze that emanates from the trees. It is not smoke or fog.
The Great Smoky Mountains and Acid rain?
what is your question? yes there is acid rain in the smoky mountains.
Is there endangered wildlife in the Great Smoky Mountains?
Yes their is endangered animals in the great smoky mountains
When was Great Smoky Mountains Expressway created?
Great Smoky Mountains Expressway was created in 1983.
What is the name of the highest peak in the great smoky mountains-?
The highest peak in the Great Smokey Mountains is Clingmans Dome.
The Great Smoky Mountains were the homeland of which tribe?
The Great Smoky Mountains were the homeland of the Cherokee tribe.
What are the name of the mountain ranges in Tennessee?
The major mountain ranges in Tennessee are the Great Smoky Mountains, Cumberland Plateau, and the Appalachian Mountains.
How far is it from Houston to the Smoky Mountains?
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park Headquarters is 965 miles from Houston.
