Unit 1 Review Flashcards
Maps
A two-dimensional representation of the Earth’s surface
Political maps
Show boundaries and locations of countries
Physical maps
Display natural features like mountains
Topographic maps
Focus on terrain features
Thematic maps
Illustrate specific themes
Map scale
Refers to the ratio of distance on a map to the actual distance on the Earth’s surface (e.g.
Map projections
Different projections
Geographic data
Refers to information about the Earth’s surface and human activities that can be mapped or analyzed geographically.
Qualitative data
Non-numerical data such as descriptions or observations
Quantitative data
Numerical data that can be measured
Remote sensing
Collecting data through satellites or aerial photography.
GPS
Global Positioning System provides accurate location data.
Census and surveys
Gather statistical data about populations and behaviors.
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Computer systems that store
Case studies
Geographic data has been instrumental in addressing real-world issues
Space
Refers to the physical location and arrangement of things on the Earth’s surface. It can be absolute (specific coordinates) or relative (how one place is positioned relative to another).
Place
A specific location that has unique characteristics. It’s how people perceive and experience a particular area
Scale
The spatial extent of the area being studied
Distance decay
The concept that the interaction between two places diminishes as the distance between them increases. This can apply to both physical distance and social or cultural connections.
Diffusion
The spread of ideas
Expansion diffusion
Ideas or phenomena spread outward from a central point.
Relocation diffusion
The spread of an idea through the movement of people.
Hierarchical diffusion
The spread of an idea from larger cities or influential leaders to smaller towns or individuals.
