vocab quiz 2 Flashcards
Shows a large surface area, but not much detail
Small scale map
Places that we frequently go to daily
Activity space
(LAYERS!!!) computer system that analyzes and displays geographically referenced information
GIS
Gathering data remotely
Remote sensing
(happens every 10 years) population count of people in a region to make sure the community is accurately represented. for example if there’s a need for more schools or police stations.
Census
Examines characteristics, location and relationships between places and features on earth to explain human behavior patterns
Spatial
The further you get from a place of origin (hearth), the less likely certain things are to occur
Distance decay
The environment determines, plays a role, or causes social and cultural development
environmental determinism
The environment someone lives in can place restraints on human activity, but it’s possible to adapt to different environments and cultures
possibilism
A place of origin for a widespread cultural trend
Cultural hearth
When people move, or relocate, they spread ideas along with them
Relocation diffusion
When cultural ideas influence other cultures while still remaining relevant in their place of origin
expansion diffusion
the visual reflection of a society, including their cultural beliefs and practice on the physical environment
cultural landscape
An approach to growth that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
sustainable development
Global, regional, national and local
Scales of analysis/ data
