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This overview explores important geographical features of South Carolina, including deltas, the theory of continental drift, and the ancient supercontinent Pangaea. It highlights the Coastal Plain, with its distinct upper and lower pine belts, and discusses Carolina Bays—oval soil depressions. Additionally, it examines the Fall Zone, which separates the Up Country from the Low Country, and the significance of barrier islands like Pawleys Island in protecting the coast. Finally, it touches on the Piedmont region and the Blue Ridge mountains, providing a comprehensive look at the area's physical landscape.
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SC Geography Vocabulary
Delta • An area built up by the sediment from upstream of a river. Usually found where the river meets the large body of water.
Continental Drift • The Theory of the movement of the seven continents to their present position.
Pangaea • Giant Continent Theory
Geography • The study of the Earth’s physical features.
Fall Zone • Divides the Up Country from the Low Country
Barrier Island • Low sandy islands which protect the coast. (Pawleys Island)
Coastal Plain • Has a lower and upper pine belt. The outer is called the rivers region and the inner is called the low bottom land.
Carolina Bays • Oval depressions in the soil. The fly trap lives here. Benson, SC
Sandhill • Extends along the fall zone. Has red hills to the south and sandhills to the north.
Piedmont • The foot of the mountains. “Foothills”
Blue Ridge • Alpine Area
Coastal Zone • Has three sections. Our area is located in “The Grand Strand”
