Central Prairie
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The Central Prairie is a region within the state of Mississippi, United States. It is characterized by fertile black soil, historically supporting large cotton plantations. This area is separated from the Black Prairie by a section of hills and woods. The Central Prairie is part of Mississippi's broader Coastal Plain physiographic region, which is generally low-lying with extensive marshy land. While prairies are typically grasslands, especially in North America, the Central Prairie in Mississippi is noted for its agricultural potential due to its rich soil.123
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