Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plains
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Gives an overview of change in land use from less agricultural to more industrial or commercial areas. Explains the reasons as being urban clusters, changing patterns of land use, and more access to the sea. Uses animated maps to locate areas as they are being discussed.
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Follows the coast from New England to Texas, showing the wide range of climates. Explains how access to the sea has influenced the development of the region's intensive commerce. Illustrates man's modification of his environment to keep pace with a modern economy through changing patterns of land use. Points out that the growing metropolitan clusters are evidence of the quickening rate of urbanization.
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