1. Coastal Plains

2. Vocabulary  Petrochemical-businesses related to oil and gas products  Alluvial soil- nutrient rich soil that allows for productive farming

3. Coastal Plains  Most populated region  Five different sections  Includes Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, and Houston

4. Piney Woods  Named because of the pine trees that cover the land  Wood and oil helped establish the area  Farming is the major industry

5. Gulf Coast Plains  Different types of grass  Allows for cattle ranching  Petrochemical industries built the region

6. Post Oak Belt  Named after plentiful oak trees  No major cities  Bryan-College Station  Farming and agriculture are the most important industry

7. Blackland Prairie  Most of the states largest cities and towns  Originally used for alluvial soil  Now known for merchandising, technology, and tourism

8. South Texas Plains  Less grass/vegetation than coastal plains  Mesquite trees, cacti, etc.  Farming and agriculture are major industries  Alluvial soil allows for citrus farms

9. Activity Label the 5 different regions