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Student Author: Philip Bosco
Project for Aerial Photo Interpretation Fall 2004
Instructor: Dr. Richard Lathrop
Project IV
Geology Virtual Field Trip
Image STS51B-033-022
This image of New Jersey clearly shows the differences between the unique
physiographic regions of the state. New Jersey ranges from the glacially formed Ridge
and Valley region in the northwest and the Highland region to its south. This image more
clearly shows the two southernmost regions, the Inner (A) and Outer Coastal Plains (B).
These two regions are dominated by sandy, unconsolidated soil types that are very
fertile. The inner coastal plains region has been used for agriculture, but is being
increasingly overrun by suburban sprawl. The lighter region on the photograph is
classified as the Outer Coastal Plains, and it encompasses areas from the coastline, and
various islands and bays, to vast forested regions. The New Jersey Pinelands National
Reserve is located within this area, and is made up of pine and oak forest, salt marshes,
and freshwater wetlands. Together, these two regions include almost 60% of New
Jersey’s Land area, and 28% of it’s population.