Introduction to Geography

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Which type of plate boundary is least likely to be associated with the formation of new crustal material?

  • Divergent boundary
  • Convergent boundary
  • Transform boundary (correct)
  • Mid-ocean ridge

A country has a birth rate of 15 per 1,000 and a death rate of 8 per 1,000. Considering only these factors, what is the country's natural population increase?

  • 7.0%
  • 15.0%
  • 2.3%
  • 0.7% (correct)

In a mixed economy, which scenario is most probable?

  • The government owns all industries and sets prices.
  • The government regulates certain industries while others operate privately. (correct)
  • Supply and demand exclusively determine resource allocation.
  • All economic decisions are made by a central planning committee.

Which factor is least likely to contribute directly to urban sprawl?

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How does globalization most directly impact local cultures?

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Which of the following is an example of resource depletion with significant environmental consequences?

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Which approach best exemplifies sustainable development?

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A cartographer is designing a map to show population density. Which map projection would be most suitable?

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Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies the concept of 'human-environment interaction' in geography?

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A geographer is studying the growth patterns of a city and how different ethnic groups are distributed within its neighborhoods. Which branch of geography is the geographer primarily working within?

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A researcher is using satellite imagery to monitor changes in coastline erosion over time. Which tool of geography are they primarily utilizing??

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Which type of map projection would be most suitable for a navigation chart where preserving the shape of coastlines is critical?

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Which of the following research questions aligns most closely with the field of political geography?

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A town is experiencing a severe drought, leading to water restrictions and increased demand for drought-resistant crops. Which key concept of geography is most relevant to analyzing this situation?

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An environmental scientist is studying the effects of climate change on the distribution of specific plant species in a mountain range. This research primarily involves which two branches of geography?

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A GIS analyst is tasked with identifying areas most vulnerable to flooding in a coastal city. To achieve this, they overlay data layers showing elevation, soil type, and historical flood patterns. Which tool in geography is being utilized?

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Flashcards

Geography

Study of Earth's features, atmosphere, and human activity.

Physical Geography

Focuses on Earth's natural systems.

Human Geography

Studies human societies and their spatial dynamics.

Location

A specific place on Earth.

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Region

Area with similar characteristics.

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Climatology

Study of long-term weather patterns.

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Maps

Visual representations of geographic data.

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Map Projections

Transformations of the Earth onto a flat surface.

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Plate Boundaries

Areas where tectonic plates meet, resulting in earthquakes and volcanoes.

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Divergent Boundaries

Plates move apart, creating new crust.

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Convergent Boundaries

Plates collide, forming mountains or subduction zones.

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Birth Rate

The number of live births per 1,000 people in a year.

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Death Rate

The number of deaths per 1,000 people in a year.

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Deforestation

Clearing forests for alternative land use.

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Sustainable Development

Development that meets present needs without compromising future generations.

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Cartography

The art and science of creating maps.

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