GEO 101 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Sun Belt, Economic Inequality, Appalachian Mountains
8 Dec 2020
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The great lakes are the drainage system for the rockies and the appalachians (great lakes and. Mississippi and missouri rivers flow into a delta on the gulf of mexico. These drainage systems have been modified through engineering. Uneven distribution of water across the north american realm (water- well supplied but there are concerns of future supply as the planes rely on other areas for water and the overuse of ground water aquifers lowers the water table) Mineral reserves lie in the canadian shield, the appalachian mountains, western mountain. Revival of rail as shipping costs decline and international trade grows. New boom requires adding to the rail system. Evolution of the outer city; suburbia is developing its own mini towns with businesses, entertainment, and other amenities. Deindustrialization; loss of manufacturing jobs meant job opportunities were found in suburbia, and more people move outward.
