KGC's Flashcards
What is change in the context of geography?
Dynamic geographical phenomena that can occur at varying rates, times, durations, and scales.
Change can refer to natural processes or human activities affecting the Earth’s surface.
What are the types of distance in geography?
- Absolute or linear distance (km, m)
- Relative distance (e.g. travel time, costs)
- Psychological distance (perception of distance)
- Cultural distance (similarity or difference in attitudes)
Each type of distance provides a different perspective on how we understand space and location.
Define distribution in geographical terms.
The arrangement of phenomena in space or time.
Distribution can refer to populations, resources, or any other measurable phenomena.
What does movement refer to in geography?
The change or expansion in location of one or more phenomena from its original location to a new location.
Movement can include migration, transportation, or the spread of ideas.
What is a place in geographical terms?
Parts of the Earth’s surface that are identified and given meaning by people.
Places can be defined by human experiences, cultural significance, or geographical features.
What is a process in geography?
An identifiable series of actions or steps leading to change or preservation of phenomena.
Processes can include natural cycles, human interventions, or ecological changes.
Define region in the context of geography.
A definable area of the Earth’s surface that contains one or more common characteristics that distinguish it from neighbouring areas.
Regions can be based on physical, cultural, or economic characteristics.
What are the two meanings of scale in geography?
- Map scale (relationship between map measurements and actual measurements)
- Observational scale (relative size of phenomena and area: local, regional, national, international, global)
Scale is crucial for understanding spatial relationships and data representation.
What is spatial association?
The degree to which two or more phenomena are similarly arranged over space.
Spatial association can help identify patterns and correlations in geographical data.
Define sustainability in geographical terms.
The capacity of the environment to continue to support life.
Sustainability is a key concept in environmental science and geography, focusing on resource use and conservation.
What does the term environment refer to?
The world around us, including living and non-living physical elements, human-made features, and human conditions of places.
The environment encompasses ecosystems, landscapes, and urban areas.
What does interconnection emphasize in geography?
That all places and environments are interconnected and do not exist in isolation.
Interconnection highlights the importance of global systems and local impacts.
