GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS
Blue Ridge Mountains
The Blue Ridge forms part of the Appalachian system in the eastern United States. It contains old crystalline rocks exposed by uplift and prolonged erosion.
Fast Facts
- It extends through several eastern states.
- Mount Mitchell in North Carolina is the highest summit in the eastern United States.
- Its ridges and slopes influence local drainage and vegetation.
Connected lessons
- Blue Ridge MountainsMap, explanation and practice
Geographical connections
- Appalachian MountainsRelated places
- Ozark PlateauRelated places