Physical Geography Working Group | The Virtual Geography Department
Radford Geography Department | Radford University

Life Zones and Altitudinal Zonation

This module is part of the Virtual Geography Department and has been prepared for the Physical Geography Working Group of the Project. These materials may be used for study, research, and education, but please credit the author and source: Susan L. Woodward, The Virtual Geography Department and the Geography Department of Radford University, Radford, Virginia.

All commercial rights reserved. Copyright 1996 by Susan L. Woodward.

This module is being peer reviewed and classroom tested. To make suggestions and corrections please contact Susan L. Woodward at swoodwar@runet.edu.

Facts of Publication

Abstract: This module presents content material on the life zone concept, looking at C. Hart Merriam's scheme for temperate North America and several schemes developed for tropical areas. Ecological, evolutionary, and biogeographical implications of mountain landscapes are noted. Review questions prompt students to compare altitudinal and latitudinal zonation patterns in different parts of the world. There are links to interactive virtual field trips to alpine habitats.

Table of Contents

Module Overview

Lifezones and Altitudinal Zonation

Instructor's Notes

Student Instructions

Supporting Materials

Notes on Active Pedagogy

Evaluation and Comments

About the Virtual Geography Department

Created July 13, 1997 by Susan L. Woodward. Last updated July 13, 1997 by slw.
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