The document summarizes the physical geography, climate, population, and economy of the North Pacific Coast region. Some key points: - The region has very high precipitation due to its proximity to the ocean and mountain ranges, which results in dense forests and rainfall averages over 75 inches per year in some areas. - The coastal mountains and coast ranges create a rain shadow effect over the semi-arid interior. Native populations historically relied on hunting/gathering and salmon. - Later settlers included fur traders, American pioneers, and immigrants from Europe. Major cities that developed included Vancouver, Seattle, and Portland. - The economy is centered around production of staple goods like lumber, agriculture and hydroelectric

1. THE NORTH PACIFIC COAST (Chapter 16) Elizabeth J. Leppman

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5. Pacific Northwest Topography and Precipitation (page 324)