Social studies Flashcards
Chapter 6
an area defined by similar characteristics that is different or separate from other areas in some way.
Region
the shape, form or nature of physical features on earth’s surface.
landform
tropical woodland with high annual rainfall
Rainforests
white mineral found in some alkaline salt deposits.
Borax
long term trends in weather elements and atmospheric conditions.
Climate
amount of people living in an area.
population
number of people living in a certain size area.
population density
how many babies are born in a particular place at a particular time.
Birth rate
belonging to a group of people connected by language, heritage, religion and customs
ethnicity
learned behavior of people
culture
the set of principals by which a society organizes the ownership, allocation and use of resources.
Economics
total value of goods and services produced in a year
Gross Domestic Product
GDP per person, typically an indicator of income
GDP per capita
products produced in the farming industry
Agricultural products
elevated area of land with a flat surface
platea
