Great Basin Region
Definition
The Great Basin Region is an arid expanse covering parts of Nevada, Utah, California, Idaho, Wyoming, Oregon. It's characterized by desert conditions with numerous mountain ranges running north-south.
Analogy
Imagine the Great Basin Region as a giant bowl filled with sand (desert) and scattered toothpicks (mountain ranges).
Related terms
Desert Adaptation: The process by which plants, animals, and people adapt to survive in desert conditions.
Shoshone Tribe: A Native American tribe that traditionally lived in the Great Basin region.
Great Basin National Park: A U.S. national park located in Nevada within the Great Basin Region known for its unique desert ecosystem.
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