Unit 1: 1.3

Question 1

Globalization

Answer 1

This is the expansion of cultural economic, and political processes on a worldwide scale

Question 2

Theory

Answer 2

A theory is a series of ideas put together for the purpose of explaining one of the worlds’ phenomena
Examples: Newtons laws because an apple fell from a tree proving gravity

Question 3

World system theory

Answer 3

This is a theory that helps explain the relationship between spatial & functional in countries

Question 4

Core

Answer 4

These are when countries one more wealthy & generally just better off
Examples: Better communications, infrastructure, stable governments, strong political alliances, economically & politically dominant, highly interconnected , and good transportation

Question 5

Periphery

Answer 5

Periphery is the exact opposite Core. Periphery is when countries are NOT well off
Examples: Less wealth, lower education, less sophisticated technology, less stable governments, poorer services E.g. health care = and inadequate infrastructure

Question 6

Semi - periphery

Answer 6

Is when a country has core & periphery attributes. They have potential to become core countries & are in the process of industrializing
Examples: They have better transportation & communication networks, etc.

Question 7

Sustainable development

Answer 7

This is when people of the present work hard to make sure their needs are met while also not taking that opportunity from future generations.
Examples: Consideration of natural resources, making the best use of renewable resources, & effort to reduce pollution / waste