What are the 5 physical regions of Pennsylvania?

1. The Ridge and Valley Province is characterized by long, narrow ridges and valleys that run northeast to southwest. This region includes the Appalachian Mountains and the Great Valley.

2. The Appalachian Plateau is a region of gently rolling hills and plateaus. This region includes the Allegheny Plateau and the Pocono Plateau.

3. The Atlantic Coastal Plain is a region of flat, low-lying land that borders the Atlantic Ocean. This region includes the Delaware Coastal Plain and the Chesapeake Bay Coastal Plain.

4. The Piedmont is a region of rolling hills and valleys that lies between the Appalachian Mountains and the Atlantic Coastal Plain. This region includes the Piedmont Province.

5. The Erie Drift Plain is a region of flat, low-lying land that borders Lake Erie. This region is composed of glacial drift, which is sediment that was deposited by glaciers.