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1. www.britannica.com › place › Missouri-stateMissouri | Capital, Map, Population, History, & Facts

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   2 days ago · Missouri is a constituent state of the U.S. It is bordered by Iowa to the north; Illinois, Kentucky, and Tennessee to the east; Arkansas to the south; and Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska to the west. The state’s major cities are Kansas City in the west and St. Louis in the east. Its capital is Jefferson City.

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     Jefferson City, capital of Missouri, U.S., and seat of Cole...

   • Climate

     Missouri - Humid, Temperate, Subtropical: Missouri is...

   • Missouri Summary

     The U.S. gained control of the region in 1803 as part of the...

   • History

     Missouri - Native American, French, US: Before the European...

   • Settlement Patterns

     Missouri - Plains, Rivers, Valleys: Missouri’s regions...

   • Sports and Recreation

     Missouri - Sports, Recreation, Parks: Professional sports...

   • Resources and Power

     Missouri - Mining, Agriculture, Manufacturing: The state’s...

   • Lake of The Ozarks

     Lake of the Ozarks, lake in south-central Missouri, U.S., in...

   • Osage River

     Osage River, river rising as the Marais des Cygnes (French:...

2. www.funtrivia.com › trivia-quiz › GeographyGeologic Wonders and Curiosities of Missouri Quiz - Fun Trivia

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   2 days ago · Geologic Wonders and Curiosities of Missouri Quiz. This quiz is based on the excellent book "Geologic Wonders and Curiosities of Missouri" by T.R.Beveridge, 1980, Missouri Division of Geology and Land Survey. PLEASE RATE this quiz, thank you!

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3. www.worldatlas.com › cities › 9-towns-in-missouri9 Towns in Missouri with Vibrant Downtown Areas - WorldAtlas

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   2 days ago · With so much to offer, these small towns are the perfect destination for anyone looking to experience the heart and soul of Missouri's vibrant history and culture. Missouri has many vibrant downtown areas, particularly in small towns such as Sedalia, Marshall, Weston, Washington, and more.

4. www.touristsecrets.com › destinations › missouris-10Missouri's 10 Most Beautiful Hidden Towns - TouristSecrets

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   3 days ago · Discover Missouri's 10 most beautiful hidden towns, offering charm, history, and scenic beauty for an unforgettable getaway. Explore these gems today!

5. www.britannica.com › Government-and-societyMissouri - Politics, Economy, Society | Britannica

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   2 days ago · Missouri - Politics, Economy, Society: Missouri is governed under its fourth constitution, ratified in 1945, but the basic structure of government has remained constant since the first constitution of 1820. Like those of the other states, the government of Missouri is divided into executive, legislative, and judicial branches.

6. www.britannica.com › Resources-and-powerMissouri - Mining, Agriculture, Manufacturing | Britannica

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   2 days ago · Missouri - Mining, Agriculture, Manufacturing: The state’s variety of major mineral resources includes lead and iron ore, zinc, barite, and limestone. Missouri is one of the country’s leaders in lead production, and deposits of lead and zinc continue to be discovered in the mineral-rich zone known as the Viburnum Trend (or the New Lead Belt ...

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   Why did Missouri get its name?

   • Missouri was the name of a group of indigenous people who lived in the area at the time of European settlement; the French named the river after the native community, and the river, in turn, gave its name to the state.

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   What is Springfield Missouri known for?

   • The Springfield-Branson National Airport is a growing secondary (domestic) air hub serving the tourist centres and the fast-growing economy of southwestern Missouri. Missouri - Mining, Agriculture, Manufacturing: The state’s variety of major mineral resources includes lead and iron ore, zinc, barite, and limestone.

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   What type of government does Missouri have?

   • Missouri is governed under its fourth constitution, ratified in 1945, but the basic structure of government has remained constant since the first constitution of 1820. Like those of the other states, the government of Missouri is divided into executive, legislative, and judicial branches.

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   Is Missouri a Republican state?

   • As a border state, Missouri has often served as a bellwether for party politics in the United States. At the state level, the Democratic Party has tended to dominate, but Missourians have elected Republican governors and returned Republican majorities to the General Assembly on a number of occasions.

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8. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › StSt. Louis County, Missouri - Wikipedia

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   23 hours ago · stlouiscountymo.gov. St. Louis County is located in the eastern-central portion of Missouri. It is bounded by the City of St. Louis and the Mississippi River to the east, the Missouri River to the north, and the Meramec River to the south. At the 2020 census, the total population was 1,004,125, [1] making it the most populous county in Missouri.