Introduction to Geography

The study of the Earth's physical features, atmosphere, and human activity, focusing on spatial relationships and patterns.

Deals with the Earth's natural features and processes, like landforms, climate, and water.

Focuses on human societies, cultures, and their interactions with the environment.

Studies the relationships between humans and the natural world, emphasizing issues like climate change and sustainability.

The position of a place on Earth's surface, described either by coordinates or in relation to other places.

The physical and human characteristics that define a specific spot on Earth.

An division of space with similar characteristics, such as climate or language.

The flow of people, goods, and ideas between different locations.

Methods of representing Earth's curved surface on a flat plane, always involving distortions.

Angular distance N/S of the Equator; lines are called parallels.

Angular distance E/W of the Prime Meridian; lines are called meridians.

Outermost solid layer of the Earth.

Plates move apart, creating new crust.

Plates collide, resulting in subduction or mountain building.

Short-term conditions of the atmosphere.

Long-term average weather conditions in a region.

Hot and humid climate zone.

Large geographic area with specific plant and animal communities.

Spatial pattern of where people live.

The process of increasing population in urban areas.

Extraction of raw materials.

Increasing interconnectedness of countries through trade, investment, and cultural exchange.

Shared beliefs, values, and practices of a group of people.