Geog transport and map reading Flashcards
Meaning of node
node- a place where lines and networks cross or join e.g. junctions and terminal
Complete the sentence, the more nodes and routes there are in an area,
the denser the tranport network density.
meaning of route
Path for trabel between nodes(link between 2 nodes)
Meaning of tranport network
contain nodes and routes in an area
scales of nodes
local– bus network in a city/country
regional–train and bus network in a region(e.g. malaysia)
Global– global maritime network
Indicators for transport infrastructure and their meaning
coverage- availbility of the infrastructure(how long to reach nearest station)
capacity- No. of ppl that can be moved
convenience- how easy to pay for trip/ transfer mode of transport?
frequency- no. of occurance of service environmental sustainability-environmental impact
structure for distribution of nodes
greater/smaller density
explain meaning(dist. between stations smaller)
example(reference)
Why more nodes in central area
The central area holds great commercial significance as the central business district(CBD) and marina bay financial centre(MBFC) are located there.
Why more nodes at botanic gardens
Some of these places are also popular tourist destinations rich in historical and cultural heritage which brings high-traffic flows.
Higher accessbility meaning
when a location can be easily reached by various modes of transport.
Why lmore nodes at this place structor
more here cause…higher…
then compare to here, lower… because .
So, … has more nodes than
Why more nodes
In places where there are more economic, commercial activities with high traffic flow, there are more transport nodes, routes and the transport network is denser and more complex. These places are often more accessible.
SEEP menaing
social, environment, economy and political
Impacts of transport
connectedness(toursists, trade, globalization)
physical environment, traffic congestion, health risk, safety risk, more mobility for elderly and those with disabilities
Connectedness includess
- ppl have better social relationkships
-goods and service more accessible and availbale - more interaction with foreign cultures
- more diversity and variety
