ACTIVITY:
Learning about the Basin

In this activity, we'll learn about the basin by looking at a series of maps. To begin, check out this base map (click to open large version):

Now, click on each of these overlay maps to view different types of information laid over the base map:

Discussion Questions:

1. What does this added information tell you about the area?

2. How is this related to other information given?

3. How would you find this information if you did not have a map?

4. What is the connection between soil types and vegetation?

5. What is the connection between geologic formations and elevations?

6. Where would you expect to find cities?

7. Is there any connection between where cities are built and where elevation,
   vegetation or specific soils are found?

8. Where would you build roads?