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U.S. Geography: Mountain West Region

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The Mountain West is known for the Rocky Mountains and the deserts to the west. Natural resources, such as gold and silver, drew people to the region. Today, the beautiful mountains draw tourists.
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U.S. Geography: Mountain West Region

U.S. Geography: Mountain West Region (0:33)

The Mountain West is known for the Rocky Mountains and the deserts to the west. Natural resources, such as gold and silver, drew people to the region. Today, the beautiful mountains draw tourists.

U.S. Geography: Pacific West Region

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The North American West Coast is a land of green coastal mountains and dry inland areas. Alaska is vast and rugged, while Hawaii is a place of volcanoes and lush tropical foliage.

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