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California is the most
populous state in the United States, located in the Far
West; bordered by Oregon (N), Nevada and, across the Colorado
River, Arizona (E), Mexico (S), and the Pacific Ocean
(W).
Ranking third
among the U.S. states in area, California has a diverse
topography and climate. A series of low mountains known
as the Coast Ranges extends along the 1,200-mi (1,930-km)
coast. The region from Point Arena, N of San Francisco,
to the southern part of the state is subject to tremors
and sometimes to severe earthquakes caused by tectonic
stress along the San Andreas Fault. The Coast Ranges receive
heavy rainfall in the north, where the giant cathedrallike
redwood forests prevail, but the climate of these mountains
is considerably drier in S California, and S of the Golden
Gate no major rivers reach the ocean. |
Area, 158,693 sq mi (411,015 sq km).
Population, (2000) 33,871,648, a 13.8% increase
since the 1990 census.
Capital, Sacramento.
Largest City, Los Angeles
Nickname, Golden State.
StateBbird, California Valley Quail.
State Flower, Golden Poppy.
State Tree, California Redwood
California's farms are highly productive as a result of good
soil, a long growing season, and the use of modern agricultural
methods. Irrigation is critical, especially in the San Joaquin
Valley and Imperial Valley. The gathering and packing of crops
is done largely by seasonal migrant labor, primarily Mexicans.
Fishing is another important industry.
California continues to be a major U.S. center for motion-picture,
television film, and related entertainment industries, especially
in Hollywood and Burbank. Tourism also is an important source
of income. Disneyland, Sea World, and other theme parks draw
millions of visitors each year, as do San Francisco with its
numerous attractions.
*Information from Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition
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