NEVADA & GEOGRAPHY.pptx

Nevada & Geography

Introduction: Nevada & The Five Themes of Geography

Exploring Nevada through Geographic Lenses

This presentation investigates Nevada's role in the world using the five themes of geography: location, place, human-environment interaction, movement, and region. We'll explore Nevada's unique position, characteristics, adaptations, connections, and regional contexts to gain a comprehensive understanding of the state's geography.

Location: Nevada's Position in the World

Absolute Location

Relative Location

• Latitude: 35° N to 42° N
• Longitude: 114° W to 120° W
• Positioned in both northern and western hemispheres

• Located in the western United States
• Bordered by California, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Arizona
• Part of the Mountain West region

Place: Nevada's Unique Characteristics

Physical Features

Human Characteristics

Native American Heritage

• Vast deserts: Great Basin, Mojave
• Mountain ranges: Sierra Nevada, Ruby Mountains
• Valleys and canyons: Las Vegas Valley, Red Rock Canyon

• Vibrant urban centers: Las Vegas, Reno
• Rural communities with rich mining history
• Diverse population with unique cultural blend

• 28 federally recognized tribes in Nevada
• Preservation of languages and traditions
• Influence on Nevada's cultural landscape

Human-Environment Interaction in Nevada

Adapting to and Modifying the Arid Landscape

• Water Management: Hoover Dam and Lake Mead provide crucial water resources
• Mining Activities: Extraction of gold, silver, and lithium shapes the economy
• Urban Development: Las Vegas and Reno expand in challenging desert conditions
• Wildlife Impact: Mojave Desert Tortoise habitat affected by human activities
• Renewable Energy: Solar and geothermal projects harness natural resources
• Agriculture: Innovative farming techniques adapt to arid climate

Movement: People, Goods, and Ideas in Nevada

Transportation Networks

Migration and Economic Flows

Digital Movement and Tech Industry

Region: Nevada's Place in Larger Contexts

Formal Regions

Functional Regions

Vernacular Regions

• Western United States: Nevada's geographic location
• Mountain West: Shared topographical features
• Great Basin: Unique ecological characteristics

• Las Vegas Metropolitan Area: Economic hub
• Reno-Sparks Metropolitan Area: Northern Nevada center
• Lake Tahoe Basin: Recreational and environmental focus

• 'The Silver State': Historical mining legacy
• 'Battle Born State': Civil War era statehood
• 'Sagebrush State': Characteristic vegetation and landscape