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Geography assessment task 1 Flashcards

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place is defined as

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a specific part of the earth’s surface that has been identified and given meaning by it’s people

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where does sense of place come from

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being aware of what makes that location significant and seeing special qualities

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most importantly when understanding place we need look at

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  • location
  • region
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pull factors are

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are factors that pull you into a country. these factors are the extra points that further improve liveability then just basic necessities.

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push factors are

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are factors that push you away from a country. these factors often do not support the basic needs of an family, community and individual.

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pull factors examples

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  • safety -higher living standards - environment -freedom - educational opportunities - jobs - income - better working conditions
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push factors examples

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  • poverty - poor medical services - abscense of education - famine - drought - war and political conflicts - lack of jobs -natural disasters
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define liveable places

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liveability is determined by the quality of life, such as access to essential needs, educational and healthcare

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define less-liveable places

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these are places were the quality of life is rough and unstable, having staggered to no access to basic necessities, education and healthcare

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examples of liveable places

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  • sydney
  • melbourne
  • toronto
    • vancouver
  • vienna
  • copenhagen
  • osaka
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examples of less liveable places

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  • dharavi - syria - chad - afghanistan - Madagascar
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characteristics that affect liveability

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  • access to fresh water
  • quality of life
  • climate
  • environment
  • infrastructure
  • safety
  • stability
  • access to healthcare
  • education
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examples of services and facilities

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  • transport and roads
  • education
  • water
  • waste
  • healthcare
  • shopping districts
  • cafes and restaurants
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boltss

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b - border
o - orientation
l - legend
t - title
s - scale
s - source

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border

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the outline of frame surrounding the map

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orientation

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shows the direction of north

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legend

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key - tells the person what the symbols on the map mean

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title

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explains the purpose of the map

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scale

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tells us how much smaller the map is than the actual area described

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source

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where the information used to make the map is from

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political map

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  • shows us the state and national boundaries
  • location of cities
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physical map

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  • shows physical features of an area
  • it is represented through colours
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Topographic maps

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  • shows physical elevation of an area
  • it is expressed through contour lines
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Climate map

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  • shows information about the climate
  • uses colours
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thematic map

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  • provides information on a particular issue
  • uses colours and shading
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economic or resource map

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  • show the different resources present in the area or economic activity
  • symbols and letters
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road map

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  • shows different roads, highways or railway
  • very detailed
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transport and roads

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are methods people use to get from place to place or conveying goods. travel is an essential part of daily life and it can affect the quality of your daily life

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education

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is the process of learning information in a systematic environment. having access to quality schools and childcare is important to a child’s development

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water

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clean water is vital human survival. if clean it can prevent transmittable diseases and infections

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waste

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waste removal is a service provided by the local government to remove rubbish. this service is useful as it stops waste from piling up and worsening the health of others

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Healthcare

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healthcare involves services related to one’s health. having access to healthcare services allows people to maintain good physical health and mental health.

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Shopping distrcits

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Shopping districts are areas where people can purchase products in the same area. it contributes to the wellbeing of an community as people can do what they need in one space.

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cafes and restaurants

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cafes and restaurants are businesses, which provide a social environment to consume food. contribute to a sense of belonging and limit feelings of isolation

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