Unit 1 Review

Question 1

Maps

Answer 1

A two-dimensional representation of the Earth’s surface

Question 2

Political maps

Answer 2

Show boundaries and locations of countries

Question 3

Physical maps

Answer 3

Display natural features like mountains

Question 4

Topographic maps

Answer 4

Focus on terrain features

Question 5

Thematic maps

Answer 5

Illustrate specific themes

Question 6

Map scale

Answer 6

Refers to the ratio of distance on a map to the actual distance on the Earth’s surface (e.g.

Question 7

Map projections

Answer 7

Different projections

Question 8

Geographic data

Answer 8

Refers to information about the Earth’s surface and human activities that can be mapped or analyzed geographically.

Question 9

Qualitative data

Answer 9

Non-numerical data such as descriptions or observations

Question 10

Quantitative data

Answer 10

Numerical data that can be measured

Question 11

Remote sensing

Answer 11

Collecting data through satellites or aerial photography.

Question 12

GPS

Answer 12

Global Positioning System provides accurate location data.

Question 13

Census and surveys

Answer 13

Gather statistical data about populations and behaviors.

Question 14

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Answer 14

Computer systems that store

Question 15

Case studies

Answer 15

Geographic data has been instrumental in addressing real-world issues

Question 16

Space

Answer 16

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).

Question 17

Place

Answer 17

A specific location that has unique characteristics. It’s how people perceive and experience a particular area

Question 18

Scale

Answer 18

The spatial extent of the area being studied

Question 19

Distance decay

Answer 19

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.

Question 20

Diffusion

Answer 20

The spread of ideas

Question 21

Expansion diffusion

Answer 21

Ideas or phenomena spread outward from a central point.

Question 22

Relocation diffusion

Answer 22

The spread of an idea through the movement of people.

Question 23

Hierarchical diffusion

Answer 23

The spread of an idea from larger cities or influential leaders to smaller towns or individuals.