which distance is greater,chicago to new orleans,or chicago to augusta,maine?
which is he only ocean through which the equator does not pass?
why are the mississippi and ohio rivers important to many of the people who live on or near them?
2006-11-01 12:11:37 · 4 answers · asked by →♥♥← 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Trivia
Chicago, Illinois to Augusta, Maine: 1140.72 driving miles
Arctic Ocean
Mississippi and Ohio Rivers are the nation's most important because because they connect to other inland waterways that include lakes and other rivers. The deposit of silt on the land from the rivers help make the land fertile. Huge crops grow that lie along the rivers. Fishing is prevalent, boats can transport goods from the rivers to various states along the way.
2006-11-01 12:35:56 · answer #1 · answered by Nancy S 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Chicago to Augusta is 913 miles as the crow flies. Chicago to New Orleans is 824.
The Arctic Ocean.
As a trade route and a source of business, many people earn their living from the river. Another reason it is important is that it floods on occasion and you need flood insurance and an evacuation plan.
2006-11-01 20:26:27 · answer #2 · answered by Delaware Dan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
#2 Arctic Ocean
#3 It is a great place for tourism and gambling, but flooding...Look out!!
2006-11-02 01:36:48 · answer #3 · answered by mabell1025 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1)chicago to maine
2)artic ocean
3)trade and fishing
2006-11-01 20:14:20 · answer #4 · answered by RUNnSHOOT. 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋