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ECOSYSTEMS > INLAND OREGON
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A valley is a low-lying area between mountains, often with streams and rivers running through it. They are longer than they are wide and are often U- or V-shaped formations. They can be found on every continent on Earth, along the sea bottom, and even on other planets. In Oregon, valleys are numerous between our various mountain ranges. The largest valley in the state is the Willamette. This is also where most of Oregon's population resides and is a major agricultural area.
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Although they can be formed by a variety of geological forces, terrestrial valleys fall into a few major categories:
Flat Floor Valleys
The most common type of valley, they are characterized by a flattened contour crisscrossed by rivers.
Glacial Valleys
Created by advancing glaciers, these deep U-shaped canyons are found in mountainous regions.
Rift Valleys
These valleys are formed when tectonic plates move apart creating a lowland in between. 
River Valleys
These valleys are formed by the erosive action of water flowing over the land.

Features Related to Valleys:

Cool Fact Valley vs Canyon
My Home in the Valley: Do you live in a valley? If so, you're not alone. These sheltered ecosystems have played a much larger role in human development than you might suspect!
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