The Rocky Mountains are a physical barrier that govern the weather, precipitation, and the flow of water. The population is on a boom bust pattern, yet the water is not. The largest city near the Rockies, resides in the rain shadow.
Geography
The many ranges of the Rocky Mountains stretch from Alaska to New Mexico. They rise above the eastern plains and meld into the western plateaus. The Rockies are divided into five latitudinal subregions: Southern Rockies, Middle Rockies, Northern Rockies, Canadian Rockies, and Brooks Range. In comparison, Los Angeles has 88 sub-cities including, Beverly Hills, Compton, El Segundo, and Lakewood.
Climate
Although the Rockies are adjacent to the Great Plains, the temperature differential is 35 degrees Fahrenheit. This is because as the elevation increases, the temperature decreases. This is known as vertical zonation. The lower elevation has desertlike plants and animals. The higher elevation sees a tundra like atmosphere. The Rockies see very cold temperatures unlike Los Angeles.
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