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What does the term ecumene refer to?
What does the term non ecumene refer to?
Which of the following are examples of non ecumene places? (Select all that apply)
What percentage of the Earth is described as too dry for farming?
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What is the average rainfall in wet lands?
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What conditions make cold regions unsuitable for planting crops?
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What are the characteristics of high regions?
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Study Notes
Ecumene
- Refers to the portion of Earth's surface that is inhabited by human populations.
- Represents regions where human settlement is sustainable and viable.
Non-Ecumene
- Refers to areas on Earth that remain uninhabited due to environmental factors.
- Includes regions where human life is not viable or sustainable.
Common Non-Ecumene Locations
- Characterized by extreme environmental conditions such as being too hot, too dry, too high, too cold, or too wet.
Dry Regions
- Approximately 20% of Earth is classified as too dry for farming.
- Deserts provide insufficient water, hindering agriculture and livestock rearing.
Wet Regions
- Areas with extremely high precipitation, averaging between 50 to 90 inches annually.
- Excessive rain combined with heat often depletes soil nutrients, affecting agricultural productivity.
Cold Regions
- The North and South Poles feature permanent ice coverage or frozen ground, making them unsuitable for agriculture.
- Very few animal species can survive in such extreme cold environments.
High Elevation Areas
- Regions at high altitudes are typically steep, snow-covered, and sparsely populated.
- Inhabitants are usually found at lower elevations, where conditions are more conducive to life.
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This quiz covers key terms related to ecumene and non-ecumene, including definitions and examples of uninhabitable areas. Test your knowledge on human settlement and the Earth's surface characteristics. Perfect for geography students seeking to understand the distribution of human populations.
