The Geographer

 The Geographer -

You must research the geology and geography of your region.

Report back to your group with a report on the over-all geography of the region, and locate at least 1000 acres to build  a 400 acre park on. 

Things to think about:

A) Can it be on steep hillsides, or do you need flattish land? 

B) Can there be rolling hills?

C) Are there major water areas nearby, will it be affected by flooding?

D) What is the geology under the ground, is it in danger of earthquakes?

E)  Is the ground underneath the area soft, hard, marshy, or dry? Can it support the weight of tall buildings and roller coasters?

 

Use these Web sites to research for the needed information:

The Geology of Virginia

The Geology of Virginia - Piedmont

Division of Mines Mineral Resources

Mineral resources of Piedmont

Geological Evolution of Virginia

Virginia Places

Geography of Virginia

Regions of Virginia

Tidewater Region

Geological History of Virginia

Rocks and Ridges of Virginia

 

 

 

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