Comparing and Contrasting Regions of Texas

There are many similarities and differences in a state as large as Texas. The state is divided into 4 geographic regions: Mountains & Basins, the Great Plains, the North Central Plains, and the Coastal Plains. Even in these regions there are enough differences for subdivisions. The Great Plains is divided into the Llano Basin, Edwards Plateau, and the High Plains. The North Central Plains is also divided into 3 sub-regions: Grand Prairie, Cross Timbers, and Rolling …

…is dry and the Deserts are dry. The Mountains and Basins and the Great Plains yearly rainfall is fairly close. With four regions there are many differences. This shows the common characteristics and differences in elevation, average rainfall, growing season, and vegetation across the state. Breaking the four regions into sub regions helps point out more differences and similarities. Texas is a large are with many sub regions to help identify and simplify the area.