Salish Sea

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/salish-sea

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. Where is the Salish Sea?Coastal region spanning British Columbia, Canada, and Washington, USA
2. How many people live in the Salish Sea?Approximately 8.76 million people (2021)
3. What is the major urban centers?Metro Vancouver, BC; Metro Seattle, WA
4. Why is the Salish Sea important for people?The Salish Sea is home to many people and cities, like Vancouver and Seattle. It also helps with trade and fishing, which are important for the local economy.
5. How does the climate affect the Salish Sea?The climate around the Salish Sea is mild and wet in winter and drier in summer. This weather helps plants grow and keeps the water healthy for fish and other sea life.

Transboundary Ecosystem: An ecological area that crosses political borders, requiring international cooperation for management.
Megalopolis: A chain of large cities and their surrounding urban areas that have grown together.
Estuarine Environment: A body of water where freshwater from rivers mixes with saltwater from the ocean, creating unique conditions.
Stewardship: The responsible management and care of natural resources and the environment.