The Climate and Vegetation of North America Presentation
![The Climate and Vegetation of North America Presentation by Robert L. Martinez Primary Source The Climate and Vegetation of North America Presentation by Robert L. Martinez Primary Source](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-1.jpg)
![Climate varies widely across this large region, which reaches from the chilly Arctic to Climate varies widely across this large region, which reaches from the chilly Arctic to](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-2.jpg)
![The northern parts of this landmass fall in tundra and sub arctic climate zones. The northern parts of this landmass fall in tundra and sub arctic climate zones.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-3.jpg)
![The tundra climate zone is even more severe. Here it is cold all year, The tundra climate zone is even more severe. Here it is cold all year,](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-4.jpg)
![Areas with tundra climate get very little rain or snow. Beneath the surface, the Areas with tundra climate get very little rain or snow. Beneath the surface, the](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-5.jpg)
![In general, the farther a region is from the equator, the colder the climate In general, the farther a region is from the equator, the colder the climate](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-6.jpg)
![Most of Canada and Alaska have either a tundra or a sub-arctic climate. But Most of Canada and Alaska have either a tundra or a sub-arctic climate. But](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-7.jpg)
![The area closest to the continental United States enjoys a mostly humid continental climate. The area closest to the continental United States enjoys a mostly humid continental climate.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-8.jpg)
![Nearly all of Canada and Alaska have heavy snows in the winter. Nearly all of Canada and Alaska have heavy snows in the winter.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-9.jpg)
![But on the west coast of British Columbia, the marine west coast climate brings But on the west coast of British Columbia, the marine west coast climate brings](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-10.jpg)
![No part of the continental United States has a tundra or sub-arctic climate. The No part of the continental United States has a tundra or sub-arctic climate. The](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-11.jpg)
![The Southeast has a humid subtropical climate, influenced by the Gulf of Mexico. Hot, The Southeast has a humid subtropical climate, influenced by the Gulf of Mexico. Hot,](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-12.jpg)
![The climate of Florida’s southern tip is tropical wet and dry. There, it is The climate of Florida’s southern tip is tropical wet and dry. There, it is](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-13.jpg)
![Arid and semiarid climates are common in the Southwest. This area is hot and Arid and semiarid climates are common in the Southwest. This area is hot and](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-14.jpg)
![Many older people from colder climates choose to retire in the Southwest. Many older people from colder climates choose to retire in the Southwest.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-15.jpg)
![The rest of the western United States has a variety of climates. The Sierra The rest of the western United States has a variety of climates. The Sierra](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-16.jpg)
![Along the northern Pacific Coast, a marine west coast climate brings mild winters and Along the northern Pacific Coast, a marine west coast climate brings mild winters and](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-17.jpg)
![Most parts of the Midwest and Northeast have a humid continental climate. People here Most parts of the Midwest and Northeast have a humid continental climate. People here](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-18.jpg)
![Just as the climate varies across Canada and the United States, so does the Just as the climate varies across Canada and the United States, so does the](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-19.jpg)
![One widespread vegetation zone in this region is temperate grassland. Mainly short and tall One widespread vegetation zone in this region is temperate grassland. Mainly short and tall](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-20.jpg)
![Few trees grow in this zone because there is not enough rain. The Great Few trees grow in this zone because there is not enough rain. The Great](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-21.jpg)
![This area combines a long growing season with fertile soil. As a result, the This area combines a long growing season with fertile soil. As a result, the](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-22.jpg)
![Another special vegetation zone in this region is tundra. This vegetation zone shares a Another special vegetation zone in this region is tundra. This vegetation zone shares a](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-23.jpg)
![Like temperate grasslands, the tundra is treeless. Because the ground is frozen, trees cannot Like temperate grasslands, the tundra is treeless. Because the ground is frozen, trees cannot](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-24.jpg)
![Only very low grasses, mosses, and scrub cover the ground during the short summer. Only very low grasses, mosses, and scrub cover the ground during the short summer.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-25.jpg)
![The tundra spreads across the far northern islands and coasts of Canada. Much of The tundra spreads across the far northern islands and coasts of Canada. Much of](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-26.jpg)
![In the ice cap on Alaska’s highest peaks and glaciers, no plant life grows In the ice cap on Alaska’s highest peaks and glaciers, no plant life grows](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-27.jpg)
![Most of Canada and the rest of Alaska are covered in coniferous forests, filled Most of Canada and the rest of Alaska are covered in coniferous forests, filled](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-28.jpg)
![The warmer climate in southeastern Canada supports mixed forest. Here you find a mix The warmer climate in southeastern Canada supports mixed forest. Here you find a mix](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-29.jpg)
![The vegetation of the continental United States ranges from tropical palms to desert sagebrush. The vegetation of the continental United States ranges from tropical palms to desert sagebrush.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-30.jpg)
![There are thick pine forests in the West, grasses on the central plains, and There are thick pine forests in the West, grasses on the central plains, and](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-31.jpg)
![Spreading up and down the East Coast are forests of all types, coniferous, deciduous, Spreading up and down the East Coast are forests of all types, coniferous, deciduous,](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-32.jpg)
![The extreme Southeast, along the Gulf Coast and in Florida’s Everglades, is home to The extreme Southeast, along the Gulf Coast and in Florida’s Everglades, is home to](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-33.jpg)
![The tough sawgrass and scattered trees in the Everglades are adapted to the tropical The tough sawgrass and scattered trees in the Everglades are adapted to the tropical](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-34.jpg)
![Mangrove trees grow in the swamps of Everglades National Park in Florida. Mangrove trees grow in the swamps of Everglades National Park in Florida.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-35.jpg)
![Across the central part of the United States is a wide band of temperate Across the central part of the United States is a wide band of temperate](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-36.jpg)
![However, much of the land has been plowed for farming. It is now covered However, much of the land has been plowed for farming. It is now covered](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-37.jpg)
![In the West, coniferous forests blanket the mountains. In the West, coniferous forests blanket the mountains.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-38.jpg)
![Desert scrub grows throughout the deserts and canyons of the Southwest and Great Basin. Desert scrub grows throughout the deserts and canyons of the Southwest and Great Basin.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-39.jpg)
![Along the California coast, chaparral dots the Coast Ranges. Along the California coast, chaparral dots the Coast Ranges.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-40.jpg)
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![The Climate and Vegetation of North America Presentation by Robert L Martinez Primary Source The Climate and Vegetation of North America Presentation by Robert L. Martinez Primary Source](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-1.jpg)
The Climate and Vegetation of North America Presentation by Robert L. Martinez Primary Source Content: Geography Alive!
![Climate varies widely across this large region which reaches from the chilly Arctic to Climate varies widely across this large region, which reaches from the chilly Arctic to](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-2.jpg)
Climate varies widely across this large region, which reaches from the chilly Arctic to the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
![The northern parts of this landmass fall in tundra and sub arctic climate zones The northern parts of this landmass fall in tundra and sub arctic climate zones.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-3.jpg)
The northern parts of this landmass fall in tundra and sub arctic climate zones. In sub arctic climates, winters are very long, cold, and snowy. Summers are very short. They may be cool and rainy.
![The tundra climate zone is even more severe Here it is cold all year The tundra climate zone is even more severe. Here it is cold all year,](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-4.jpg)
The tundra climate zone is even more severe. Here it is cold all year, even in summer. Winter temperatures are usually well below 0 degrees Fahrenheit. In summer, the high temperatures may not be far above freezing 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
![Areas with tundra climate get very little rain or snow Beneath the surface the Areas with tundra climate get very little rain or snow. Beneath the surface, the](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-5.jpg)
Areas with tundra climate get very little rain or snow. Beneath the surface, the ground is always frozen.
![In general the farther a region is from the equator the colder the climate In general, the farther a region is from the equator, the colder the climate](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-6.jpg)
In general, the farther a region is from the equator, the colder the climate will be. Since the northern part of this region is very far from the equator, it is very cold.
![Most of Canada and Alaska have either a tundra or a subarctic climate But Most of Canada and Alaska have either a tundra or a sub-arctic climate. But](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-7.jpg)
Most of Canada and Alaska have either a tundra or a sub-arctic climate. But the climate warms up as you move farther south.
![The area closest to the continental United States enjoys a mostly humid continental climate The area closest to the continental United States enjoys a mostly humid continental climate.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-8.jpg)
The area closest to the continental United States enjoys a mostly humid continental climate. Winters are still freezing cold, but summers can be hot and steamy.
![Nearly all of Canada and Alaska have heavy snows in the winter Nearly all of Canada and Alaska have heavy snows in the winter.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-9.jpg)
Nearly all of Canada and Alaska have heavy snows in the winter.
![But on the west coast of British Columbia the marine west coast climate brings But on the west coast of British Columbia, the marine west coast climate brings](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-10.jpg)
But on the west coast of British Columbia, the marine west coast climate brings more rain than snow. There, and in the southern part of Canada, summers are warmer and drier.
![No part of the continental United States has a tundra or subarctic climate The No part of the continental United States has a tundra or sub-arctic climate. The](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-11.jpg)
No part of the continental United States has a tundra or sub-arctic climate. The climate here can vary greatly, depending on where you are. One state, California, has as many as five different climate zones.
![The Southeast has a humid subtropical climate influenced by the Gulf of Mexico Hot The Southeast has a humid subtropical climate, influenced by the Gulf of Mexico. Hot,](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-12.jpg)
The Southeast has a humid subtropical climate, influenced by the Gulf of Mexico. Hot, rainy summers follow mild winters that see some rain.
![The climate of Floridas southern tip is tropical wet and dry There it is The climate of Florida’s southern tip is tropical wet and dry. There, it is](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-13.jpg)
The climate of Florida’s southern tip is tropical wet and dry. There, it is hot all year with both rainy and dry seasons.
![Arid and semiarid climates are common in the Southwest This area is hot and Arid and semiarid climates are common in the Southwest. This area is hot and](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-14.jpg)
Arid and semiarid climates are common in the Southwest. This area is hot and dry in the summer and pleasant in the winter, with very little rain. Phoenix, Arizona
![Many older people from colder climates choose to retire in the Southwest Many older people from colder climates choose to retire in the Southwest.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-15.jpg)
Many older people from colder climates choose to retire in the Southwest.
![The rest of the western United States has a variety of climates The Sierra The rest of the western United States has a variety of climates. The Sierra](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-16.jpg)
The rest of the western United States has a variety of climates. The Sierra Nevada and Rocky mountains have a highlands climate.
![Along the northern Pacific Coast a marine west coast climate brings mild winters and Along the northern Pacific Coast, a marine west coast climate brings mild winters and](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-17.jpg)
Along the northern Pacific Coast, a marine west coast climate brings mild winters and lots of rain.
![Most parts of the Midwest and Northeast have a humid continental climate People here Most parts of the Midwest and Northeast have a humid continental climate. People here](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-18.jpg)
Most parts of the Midwest and Northeast have a humid continental climate. People here enjoy four distinct seasons. Summers are quite warm and winters are cold, often with snow and ice storms.
![Just as the climate varies across Canada and the United States so does the Just as the climate varies across Canada and the United States, so does the](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-19.jpg)
Just as the climate varies across Canada and the United States, so does the vegetation.
![One widespread vegetation zone in this region is temperate grassland Mainly short and tall One widespread vegetation zone in this region is temperate grassland. Mainly short and tall](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-20.jpg)
One widespread vegetation zone in this region is temperate grassland. Mainly short and tall grasses grow in temperate grasslands.
![Few trees grow in this zone because there is not enough rain The Great Few trees grow in this zone because there is not enough rain. The Great](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-21.jpg)
Few trees grow in this zone because there is not enough rain. The Great Plains area of the United States and Canada is one of the world’s largest temperate grasslands.
![This area combines a long growing season with fertile soil As a result the This area combines a long growing season with fertile soil. As a result, the](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-22.jpg)
This area combines a long growing season with fertile soil. As a result, the Great Plains provide very productive farmland.
![Another special vegetation zone in this region is tundra This vegetation zone shares a Another special vegetation zone in this region is tundra. This vegetation zone shares a](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-23.jpg)
Another special vegetation zone in this region is tundra. This vegetation zone shares a name with the tundra climate zone, where it is cold year-round. The tundra vegetation zone is like a very cold desert. Few large plants can grow here.
![Like temperate grasslands the tundra is treeless Because the ground is frozen trees cannot Like temperate grasslands, the tundra is treeless. Because the ground is frozen, trees cannot](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-24.jpg)
Like temperate grasslands, the tundra is treeless. Because the ground is frozen, trees cannot send their roots down into the soil.
![Only very low grasses mosses and scrub cover the ground during the short summer Only very low grasses, mosses, and scrub cover the ground during the short summer.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-25.jpg)
Only very low grasses, mosses, and scrub cover the ground during the short summer. They provide food for the grazing animals that live on the tundra.
![The tundra spreads across the far northern islands and coasts of Canada Much of The tundra spreads across the far northern islands and coasts of Canada. Much of](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-26.jpg)
The tundra spreads across the far northern islands and coasts of Canada. Much of Alaska’s land is tundra as well.
![In the ice cap on Alaskas highest peaks and glaciers no plant life grows In the ice cap on Alaska’s highest peaks and glaciers, no plant life grows](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-27.jpg)
In the ice cap on Alaska’s highest peaks and glaciers, no plant life grows at all.
![Most of Canada and the rest of Alaska are covered in coniferous forests filled Most of Canada and the rest of Alaska are covered in coniferous forests, filled](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-28.jpg)
Most of Canada and the rest of Alaska are covered in coniferous forests, filled with trees such as cedar, fir, pine, and spruce. The needle-lie leaves of these trees stay green all year.
![The warmer climate in southeastern Canada supports mixed forest Here you find a mix The warmer climate in southeastern Canada supports mixed forest. Here you find a mix](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-29.jpg)
The warmer climate in southeastern Canada supports mixed forest. Here you find a mix of both coniferous and deciduous trees.
![The vegetation of the continental United States ranges from tropical palms to desert sagebrush The vegetation of the continental United States ranges from tropical palms to desert sagebrush.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-30.jpg)
The vegetation of the continental United States ranges from tropical palms to desert sagebrush.
![There are thick pine forests in the West grasses on the central plains and There are thick pine forests in the West, grasses on the central plains, and](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-31.jpg)
There are thick pine forests in the West, grasses on the central plains, and forested swamps in the South.
![Spreading up and down the East Coast are forests of all types coniferous deciduous Spreading up and down the East Coast are forests of all types, coniferous, deciduous,](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-32.jpg)
Spreading up and down the East Coast are forests of all types, coniferous, deciduous, and mixed.
![The extreme Southeast along the Gulf Coast and in Floridas Everglades is home to The extreme Southeast, along the Gulf Coast and in Florida’s Everglades, is home to](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-33.jpg)
The extreme Southeast, along the Gulf Coast and in Florida’s Everglades, is home to tropical grasslands.
![The tough sawgrass and scattered trees in the Everglades are adapted to the tropical The tough sawgrass and scattered trees in the Everglades are adapted to the tropical](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-34.jpg)
The tough sawgrass and scattered trees in the Everglades are adapted to the tropical wet and dry climate.
![Mangrove trees grow in the swamps of Everglades National Park in Florida Mangrove trees grow in the swamps of Everglades National Park in Florida.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-35.jpg)
Mangrove trees grow in the swamps of Everglades National Park in Florida.
![Across the central part of the United States is a wide band of temperate Across the central part of the United States is a wide band of temperate](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-36.jpg)
Across the central part of the United States is a wide band of temperate grassland. This area was once thick with prairie grasses.
![However much of the land has been plowed for farming It is now covered However, much of the land has been plowed for farming. It is now covered](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-37.jpg)
However, much of the land has been plowed for farming. It is now covered with fields of corn, wheat, and other crops.
![In the West coniferous forests blanket the mountains In the West, coniferous forests blanket the mountains.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-38.jpg)
In the West, coniferous forests blanket the mountains.
![Desert scrub grows throughout the deserts and canyons of the Southwest and Great Basin Desert scrub grows throughout the deserts and canyons of the Southwest and Great Basin.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-39.jpg)
Desert scrub grows throughout the deserts and canyons of the Southwest and Great Basin.
![Along the California coast chaparral dots the Coast Ranges Along the California coast, chaparral dots the Coast Ranges.](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image_h/737e34938eec031b99544ef0e02537e4/image-40.jpg)
Along the California coast, chaparral dots the Coast Ranges.
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