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What does absolute location refer to in geography?
What does absolute location refer to in geography?
What is the definition of accessibility in geography?
What is the definition of accessibility in geography?
What environmental peril is caused by the oxides of sulfur and nitrogen released into the atmosphere?
What environmental peril is caused by the oxides of sulfur and nitrogen released into the atmosphere?
What does the term 'acropolis' refer to in ancient Greek cities?
What does the term 'acropolis' refer to in ancient Greek cities?
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What does agglomeration refer to in geography?
What does agglomeration refer to in geography?
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The capacity of a state to influence other states or achieve its goals through diplomatic, economic, and militaristic means
The capacity of a state to influence other states or achieve its goals through diplomatic, economic, and militaristic means
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The position or place of a certain item on the surface of the Earth as expressed in degrees, minutes, and seconds of latitude, 0° to 90° north or south of the equator, and longitude, 0° to 180° east or west of the Prime Meridian passing through Greenwich, England (a suburb of London)
The position or place of a certain item on the surface of the Earth as expressed in degrees, minutes, and seconds of latitude, 0° to 90° north or south of the equator, and longitude, 0° to 180° east or west of the Prime Meridian passing through Greenwich, England (a suburb of London)
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The degree of ease with which it is possible to reach a certain location from other locations
The degree of ease with which it is possible to reach a certain location from other locations
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A growing environmental peril whereby acidified rainwater severely damages plant and animal life; caused by the oxides of sulfur and nitrogen that are released into the atmosphere when coal, oil, and natural gas are burned, especially in major manufacturing zones
A growing environmental peril whereby acidified rainwater severely damages plant and animal life; caused by the oxides of sulfur and nitrogen that are released into the atmosphere when coal, oil, and natural gas are burned, especially in major manufacturing zones
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The upper fortified part of an ancient Greek city, usually devoted to religious purposes
The upper fortified part of an ancient Greek city, usually devoted to religious purposes
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Study Notes
Geography Concepts
- Absolute Location: The exact position of a place on the Earth's surface, expressed in degrees, minutes, and seconds of latitude (0° to 90° north or south of the equator) and longitude (0° to 180° east or west of the Prime Meridian passing through Greenwich, England).
Accessibility
- Accessibility: The degree of ease with which it is possible to reach a certain location from other locations.
Environmental Hazards
- Acid Rain: A growing environmental peril caused by the oxides of sulfur and nitrogen released into the atmosphere when coal, oil, and natural gas are burned, especially in major manufacturing zones, resulting in acidified rainwater that severely damages plant and animal life.
Ancient Greek Cities
- Acropolis: The upper fortified part of an ancient Greek city, usually devoted to religious purposes.
State Power
- State Influence: The capacity of a state to influence other states or achieve its goals through diplomatic, economic, and militaristic means.
Urbanization
- Agglomeration: A concept referring to the grouping or clustering of people, industries, or activities in a specific area, often resulting in economic benefits and increased efficiency.
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Test your knowledge of human geography concepts with this reviewer quiz. Review topics like absolute location and political power.
