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1. North Carolina

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   Geography and Topography
   North Carolina encompasses three distinct physiographic regions: the coastal Atlantic Plain, the Piedmont, and the Appalachian Mountains. The Blue Ridge Mountains, part of the Southern Appalachians, extend across the western portion of the state and contain Mount Mitchell (6,684 feet), the highest peak east of the Mississippi River. The state's eastern region consists of the Outer Banks, a chain of barrier islands notable for their role in early colon…

2. North Carolina

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   Natural Resources and Environment
   The state supports diverse ecosystems across its geographic regions. Coastal areas contain salt marshes and estuarine systems, while the Piedmont historically supported longleaf pine forests. The mountainous western region contains temperate deciduous and mixed forests with over 2,000 species of vascular plants. Great Smoky Mountains National Park, partially located in North Carolina, represents one of the most visited national parks in the United States.[^7]
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