The Geological Foundation
Exploring Canada's landform regions and the tectonic processes that created the Canadian Shield, Appalachians, and Western Cordillera.
Key Questions
- 1How did plate tectonics shape the diverse regions of Canada?
- 2What are the unique characteristics of Canada's seven landform regions?
- 3How does geology influence the location of natural resources?
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