Sub-regions of the. Notes! United States

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1 Sub-regions of the Notes! United States

2 the Northeast the Midwest the West the South

3 The Northeast

4 The Northeast Nickname: America s Gateway Many immigrants came into the U.S. through this region. States in Sub-region: New England- Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut Mid-Atlantic States- New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania

5 Major Cities Cities grew along major waterways and the Atlantic coast Boston New York City Philadelphia Washington D.C. A megalopolis is a region where several large cities have grow together. Example- BosWash Area is 500 miles long, from Boston to Washington DC 1/6 of the US population lives in the BosWash corridor

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7 Economy Economic Activities The Northeast is heavily industrialized and urban. Traditional industries: iron, steel, petroleum, lumber. Shifting from traditional industry to manufacturing & service industries. electronics, chemicals, communications, medicine, finance, tourism Economic Problems Traditional industries are being replaced by service-oriented jobs. Electronics, medical research Service-oriented jobs require more training Traditional Industries such as steel and petroleum production have moved to warmer climates.

8 The Midwest

9 The Midwest Nickname: America s Heartland Central portion of the US AKA, the Breadbasket due to large scale food production States in Sub-region: 12 states From Nebraska to Ohio This sub-region is know for its flat plains, and numerous waterways Mississippi River The Great Lakes

10 The major cities of the Midwest developed along waterways. Chicago on Lake Michigan- cultural, financial and transportation hub Detroit- Motor City, home of major automobile manufacturers Chicago, Illinois Detroit, Michigan

11 Economy Good climate and fertile soil allow farmers to grow more food in the Midwest than anywhere else in the world. Main agricultural products: corn, wheat, meat, dairy goods Agriculture is the foundation for many other industries Meatpacking, food processing, farm equipment, grain milling Other traditional industries Steel automaking

12 Economic Problems Number of farms is declining Why? Urban areas are declining due to people moving to the suburbs. People and industries moving to the South and West.

13 Massive, but abandoned factories rusted away and scarred the landscape of once vibrant cities.

14 The South

15 The South Nickname: the Sun Belt Due to its climate (hot summers, mild winters) States in Sub-region: This sub-region covers 24% of the US, and makes up about 33% of the population. Made up of 16 states Texas to Virginia

16 The South The Old South The area was mainly rural Economy was based on agriculture Tobacco, cotton Fruits, peanuts, rice Livestock production In the 1950 s the economy was boosted by energy resources. The New South Since the 1950 s, the area has attracted manufacturing & services industries. Industries include Petroleum, steel Food processing Textiles Coal, oil, natural gas, water

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18 The Role of Climate The South s humid subtropical climate hindered industrialization. Why? What technological advancement made it possible for people & jobs to move South?

19 The Effects Many industries and people have moved to the Southern region since the cost of living is cheaper. Metropolitan Areas» Atlanta» Miami» Houston» San Antonio However, an influx of people have created more competition for jobs and resources.

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21 The West

22 The West Nickname: none Except New Mexico, Arizona, southern Nevada & California are called the Sun Belt do to climate. Covers 50% of the U.S. land area, only has 20% of the population. States in Sub-region: Colorado to California, Alaska, and Hawaii

23 Developing the West Development of the region has been helped along by the use of air conditioning and irrigation. Cities like Phoenix, Tucson, and Las Vegas have diverted rivers and lakes to supply their water. Why? Irrigation Canal in Arizona

24 Economic Activity Coastal cities such as Seattle and Los Angeles serve as entry ports for foreign goods. Where is this trade coming from? Metropolitan areas Los Angeles, CA Phoenix & Tucson, AZ Las Vegas, NV Seattle, WA

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26 Economic Activity Economic activities vary with the climate and landscape. Farming Food processing Mining Film making Export/Import of Goods Tourism Economic Problems The West is the fastest growing region of the U.S. Similar to the South, an increase in population has created more competition for jobs and resources.

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