Introduction Flashcards
What do geographers study?
Physical geography and Human geography
What is the definition of geography?
It is the study of physical features of the earth, its atmosphere and human activity as it is affected by the distribution of populations, resources and political economic activities
Geography is split into two section which is…
Physical Geography
Human Geography
What is the study of physical geography?
It is the study of the earth’s natural environment and its processes
What are the four parts of earth?
Atmosphere (Air)
Hydrosphere (Water)
Lithosphere (Earth)
Biosphere (Ecosystems)
What is Human Geography?
It involves the study of human life in a built environment which is created through human-made changes to the physical environment which provides the setting for a variety of human activities and interactions among us
What is the relationship of people and environment?
People and environment are dependent upon each other
What are some examples of people benefiting from interacting with the environment?
-It provides us with essentials like air and water.
-Nature areas lower air temperature, remove pollutants and provide recreation space
How is the environment dependent on people?
People provide protection to natural areas (amidst increasing development).This will enable the natural areas such as natural vegetation to thrive
How does vegetation lower air temperature?
By providing shade and reducing direct sunlight that reaches the surface. Cooling the surrounding air through evapotranspiration
How does vegetation remove pollutants from the environment?
-Absorbing other air pollutants during photosynthesis.
-Instead of being suspended in the air, small particles are intercepted by leaves then washed down to the ground when it rains.
-Wetland plants improve water quality by trapping suspended materials and absorbing excess nutrients in the water.
what are some examples of how environment is protected by people?
-Local communities collectively raising awareness about the value of nature areas
-Encouraging positive behavior that does not damage nature
-organizing or participating in conservation efforts that removes pollutants from the environment
What are some examples of how people and nature can bring disadvantages to each other?
-Hiking along trails in nature areas which compact soil, preventing rainwater from infiltrating the surface which results in high surface flows, which in turn leads to greater soil erosion.
-When visitors veer off trials, they trample on vegetation, damaging plants and affecting their growth. The problem gets worse when the soil gets compacted, preventing air, water, and roots from penetrating
What is a sense of place?
-Meanings and memories that people associate with locations which is the result of experiences with natural and built environment, and regular interaction with others.
-It can involve both positive and negative experiences
Why is having a sense of place important?
It helps to build our identity, enabling us to understand ourselves and others better
