Geography and Topography of Virginia

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Relative location describes where something is in relation to other places.

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Examples of relative location words include across from, north of, near, bordering, beside, etc.

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The Fall Line is the natural border between two regions in Virginia.

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These regions are the Coastal Plain (Tidewater) and the Piedmont.

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Cities located near the Fall Line in Virginia include Petersburg, Alexandria, Fredericksburg, and Richmond.

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These cities developed due to the natural border and waterfalls along the Fall Line.

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The Atlantic Ocean provides transportation links between Virginia and other places.

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These places include Europe, Africa, and the Caribbean.

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The Chesapeake Bay provides a safe harbor and a source of transportation.

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It is also a source of food, such as fish, crabs, and oysters.

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The Chesapeake Bay is where salty water from the Atlantic Ocean meets fresh water from Virginia rivers.

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It separates the Eastern Shore from the mainland of Virginia.

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Major rivers in Virginia flow into the Chesapeake Bay.

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Major cities are located along these rivers.

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The York River is a major river in Virginia.

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It contributes to the Chesapeake Bay's water system.

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The James River is one of Virginia's major rivers.

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It plays a key role in the state's geography and economy.

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Virginia's topography includes diverse features such as hills, valleys, rivers, and harbors.

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These features impact the lives of people living in the state.