Geography Human Environment Interaction Flashcards
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What is Human Environment Interaction?

  • The process of climate change
  • The study of agriculture
  • The relationship between humans and their environment (correct)
  • The development of urban areas

    • What does it mean to adapt?

    To change in order to fit new conditions

    What does modify mean?

    To change the environment to meet the needs of people

    What is altitude/elevation?

    <p>The vertical distance above the surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the climate of an area?

    <p>The average weather of an area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a geographic barrier?

    <p>Any natural feature that prevents easy movement from one area to another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is agriculture?

    <p>The practice of growing crops or raising animals; farming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does urbanization mean?

    <p>Becoming more like a city</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is industrialization?

    <p>The process by which an economy is transformed from primarily agricultural to one based on the manufacturing of goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is culture?

    <p>The 'way of life' of a group of people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does natural resource refer to?

    <p>A material that humans take from the natural environment to survive and satisfy their needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a renewable resource?

    <p>A resource that can be replaced by nature or people after it has been used</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a nonrenewable resource?

    <p>Resources that cannot be replaced after they are used</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does deforestation mean?

    <p>The action of clearing a wide area of trees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Human Environment Interaction

    • Explores the dynamic relationship between humans and their surroundings.
    • Examines how human actions impact the environment and vice versa.

    Adaptation

    • Involves making changes to adjust to new environmental conditions.
    • Essential for survival in varying climates and landscapes.

    Modification

    • Refers to altering the environment to fulfill human requirements.
    • Examples include building infrastructure and altering land for agriculture.

    Altitude / Elevation

    • Represents the height above sea level; significantly influences climate.
    • Higher altitudes often lead to cooler temperatures.

    Climate

    • Defined as the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific region.
    • Affected by factors such as location, elevation, and proximity to oceans.

    Geographic Barriers

    • Natural features like mountains, rivers, and deserts that hinder movement and interaction.
    • Influence migration patterns and cultural exchange.

    Agriculture

    • The practice of cultivating crops and raising livestock.
    • Key driver of economies and development throughout history.

    Urbanization

    • The process where rural areas transform into urban centers, increasing city-like characteristics.
    • Influences demographics, infrastructure, and local economies.

    Industrialization

    • Transition from agriculture-based economies to industrial manufacturing.
    • Introduces mechanization, replacing manual labor with machines and assembly lines.

    Culture

    • Encompasses the lifestyle, beliefs, and practices of a group of people.
    • Includes customs, values, and collective attitudes that shape societies.

    Natural Resources

    • Vital materials sourced from the environment required for human survival and development.
    • Includes water, minerals, soil, and biomass.

    Renewable Resources

    • Resources naturally replenished over time, such as solar energy and timber.
    • Sustainable management is crucial to ensure ongoing availability.

    Nonrenewable Resources

    • Resources that cannot be replenished once depleted, such as fossil fuels (oil, coal).
    • Their finite nature raises concerns about sustainability and environmental impact.

    Deforestation

    • The extensive clearing of forested areas for agriculture, urban development, or logging.
    • Contributes to biodiversity loss, climate change, and disruption of ecosystems.

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