Question

There are five geographic (or “physiographic”) regions of Georgia.

Which is the largest region? Piedmont
Which is the farthest to the northwest of the state?
Which is the most populated?
Which is the farthest to the northeast?
Which is characterized by long lines of mountains separated by areas of rich farmland?

Answer 1

• Georgia’s largest geographical region is the Coastal Plain, covering approximately 60 percent of the state.
• Plateau is the farthest to the northwest of the state.
• Piedmont contains the highest population.
• Blue Ridge is the farthest to the northeast.
• Ridge and Valley region is characterized by long lines of mountains separated by areas of rich farmland. The soil is suited for agriculture, pasture and harvesting hardwood as well as pine timber.