This slideshow provides information about Alaska's physical characteristics, human characteristics, and human environment interaction. Alaska has varied landscapes ranging from forests to tundras. Its climate can include snow in May and August with temperatures from -75 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Though Alaska has the largest land area, it has a small population and relies on industries like tourism and oil pipelines. Residents interact with the environment through activities like hunting, fishing, forestry, and development of infrastructure, with both benefits and environmental impacts.