Topic 1.6 Scale and Scale of Analysis Flashcards
Global Scale
entire world is emphasized
Regional Scale
a particular region of the world is emphasized
National Scale
a nation is emphasized
Local/subnational Scale
an area within a country is emphasized
Global Scale of Analysis
analyzing a phenomenon across the world
Example: pollution, economies, hunger
Regional Scale of Analysis
analyzing a phenomenon within a specific region and comparing it to another
Example: GDP of EU members compared to non-EU members
National Scale of Analysis
analyzing a phenomenon of a country and comparing it to another country
Example: Population in Myanmar vs. Vietnam
Local Scale of Analysis
analyzing a phenomenon within a state or province, city or town, or even a neighborhood
Example: Fertility rate in Seoul, South Korea