unit 1: methods of geographic inquiry Flashcards
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Human Systems
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Refers to human-made features on the earth’s surface, such as cities, roads, and farms.
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Geography
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The study of the Earth’s physical features and atmosphere, including human activity and its effects.
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Natural Systems
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Refers to natural features and processes, such as mountains, rivers, and weather patterns.
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Political Map
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Shows boundaries between countries, states, or regions, along with major cities and capitals.
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Physical Map
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- Illustrates the physical features of an area, such as mountains, rivers, and lakes
- Color is used to show relief – differences in land and water elevation
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Road Map
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- Widely used map
- Shows major and minor roads & places such as city locations and points of interests (ex. parks)
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Topographic Map
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- Represents the elevation of the land surface through contour lines
- When lines are close together the terrain is steep
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Thematic Map
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Focuses on a specific theme or topic, such as population density or climate.
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GIS (Geographic Information System)
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A system that analyzes and displays geographic information.
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ArcGIS
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Used to display geographic data.
