Ridge and Valley

1. ridge valley deep – fertile soil lots of soil shallow -little soil D e C I D U O U s Ridge and Valley coniferous

2. The MOST De C I duous Blue Ridge Waterfalls Brasstown Bald is the highest point. coniferous shallow soil deep soil Narrow Valleys

3. Sandy soil High De C I duous Lookout Mountain Appalachian Plateau High, flat tops coniferous fossils

4. Atlanta – State Capitol Means the “foot of the mountain” Piedmont warm, wet climate poor clay soil Rolling hills many rivers and streams Most populated Region- covers 1/3 of state

5. Marshes, Bogs, and Swamps where water covers the soil Wetlands Wetlands filter water to clean it and take in extra water to prevent flooding. Special adaptations to survive in the water Plants and soil soak up water like a sponge Plains Largest region . Plants have strong roots, some leaves have air pockets to help them float. Coast Animals adapt to breathe under water, have special protection, dig in sand Freshwater rivers meet salt water oceans