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The Interior Plains
The Interior Plains
• The Interior Plains is the second-largest
landmass region in Canada(1.8 Million
sq/km).
• It covers parts of Manitoba, Sask., Alberta,
B.C., Yukon, and Northwest Territories.
The Interior Plains
• As erosion wore away the rocks of the
Canadian Shield, the rock particles were
carried westward by the movement of
rivers, streams, and ice.
• These rock particles were then deposited
in the Interior Plains.
• As erosion continued, many layers of
sediment were deposited on each other.
The Interior Plains
• Over Millions of years, these sediments
were transformed into sedimentary rock.
• As well, these rock layers contain valuable
mineral resources.
Climate of The Interior Plains
• Summers are usually hot, though the
growing season is relatively short, due to
the danger of early frosts.
• Winters are cold.
• Also, the climate of The Plains is very dry,
with an average of 30 cm precipitation per
year.
Other
• Farming is a vital industry in The Plains,
with wheat and canola being the two main
crops.
• Also, this region contains many of
Canada’s oil and gas fields.
Interior Plains Pictures