Canada and Australia Geography Lesson

Located in Eastern and Central Canada it is known for its mineral resources and thin rocky soil.

Large bodies of freshwater located between the United States and Canada.

Connects the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean. It is important for trade because it connected the Atlantic to inland parts of North America

Connects the Atlantic and the Artic Oceans. It is important for trade.

A mountain range that stretches from British Colombia in Canada to the southwestern United States.

Largest reef system in the world. It is home to vast numbers of fish and other aquatic life.

Located off the Northeastern coast of Australia. It is the home of the Great Barrier Reef

An ancient rock formation in central Australia that is sacred to the Aborigines.

Largest desert in Australia. It is found in Southern and Western Australia.

The driest inhabited continent on Earth with about 20% of the landmass being classified as desert.