1. Location
Houston is located on the Gulf Coast of Texas, at the mouth of the Buffalo Bayou. It is the largest city in Texas and the fourth-largest city in the United States. Its location on the Gulf of Mexico has made it a major port city, and it is also a hub for the petrochemical industry.
2. Place
Houston is a diverse city with a population of over 2.3 million people, the largest group being Hispanic/Latino (44.9%), followed by Black/African American (23.5%), White (21.2%), Asian (6.5%) and other races (3.9%). The city is known for its humid subtropical climate, its vibrant arts scene, and its sports teams, including the Houston Texans (NFL), the Houston Astros (MLB), the Houston Rockets (NBA) and the Houston Dynamo (MLS).
3. Human-environment interaction
Houston is a major industrial city, and its economy is largely based on the petrochemical industry. The city is also home to the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world, and is a hub for healthcare and research. Houston's climate has a significant impact on the city's environment. The city is prone to hurricanes and other tropical storms and its humid subtropical climate can be uncomfortable for some people.
4. Movement
Houston is a major transportation hub. The city is served by two major airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport and William P. Hobby Airport, and it is also a major hub for freight rail and trucking. Houston is also a major cruise port, and it is the home of the Port of Houston, the busiest seaport in the United States.
5. Regions
Houston is located in the Gulf Coast region of Texas, which is known for its warm climate and its coastal plains. The city is also part of the Greater Houston metropolitan area, which is home to over 6.9 million people. The Houston metropolitan area is the largest metropolitan area in Texas, and the fifth-largest in the United States.
