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Questions 49 Flashcards 48 Study Notes Show Answers Add More Get Quizgecko Premium Upgrade for more powerful AI, unlimited questions, and longer Upgrade document support. Remove ads 1. Which of the following is NOT a step in the water cycle? A) Evaporation B) Transpiration C) Condensation D) Infiltration ← Help us improve by rating questions! 2. Tropical climates have low temperatures year-round. A) True B) False 3. What are the two main factors that determine climate regions?  Reveal Answer 4. The push and pull factors influence _______ distribution. Reveal Answer 5. Match the climate region to its typical characteristics: Temperate High temperatures and heavy rainfall Polar Low precipitation and dry conditions Tropical Moderate temperatures with distinct seasons  Arid Cold temperatures year-round Reset 6. Which climate region is typically characterized by low temperatures and ice cover? A) Arid B) Tropical C) Continental D) Polar 7. Transpiration is the process of water vapor being released by plants into the atmosphere. A) True B) False 8. Name one economic push factor that can influence migration.  Reveal Answer 9. Which of the following factors generally leads to higher population density? A) Locations near abundant water supply B) Mountainous terrains C) Areas with limited natural resources D) Colder climate regions 10. Name one human factor that can increase population density. Reveal Answer 11. Areas with larger amounts of ______ tend to have higher population density. Reveal Answer ← Help us improve by rating questions! 12. Match each factor with its effect on population density: Mountainous relief Lower population density Government investment Higher population density Harsh climate Higher population density Water supply Lower population density Reset 13. Migration can lead to an imbalance in the population structure of a country. A) True B) False 14. What is the main reason for male overpopulation in the UAE? Reveal Answer 15. Resources that can be replenished naturally over time are referred to as __________ resources. Reveal Answer 16. Match the terms with their definitions: Non-Renewable Resources Resources that can be replenished naturally Demand The quantity of a good offered at various prices Supply The quantity of a good consumers Renewable Resources want to purchase Resources that cannot be replenished within a human timescale Reset 17. Which of the following is a potential consequence of rapid population growth due to migration? A) Increased demand for luxury goods B) Improved environmental conditions C) Shortage of housing D) Decreased pressure on services 18. All economies are classified under the same common terms regardless of their characteristics. A) True B) False 19. What are the two main categories of resources discussed in economic geography? Reveal Answer 20. Which branch of geography focuses on natural features like mountains and rivers? A) Cultural Geography B) Human Geography C) Economic Geography D) Physical Geography 21. Absolute location is expressed in terms of relative position to other locations. A) True B) False 22. What is the term used to describe how people adapt to their environment? Reveal Answer 23. The _____ refers to the movement of people, goods, and ideas across Earth's surface.  Reveal Answer 24. Match the geographic themes with their definitions: Human-Environment Interaction How humans adapt and modify their environment Region Physical and human characteristics of a location Place Areas with similar characteristics Location Position of a place on the Earth's surface Reset 25. Which of the following best describes Geographic Information Systems (GIS)? A) Maps that show boundaries and territories B) Local government agencies managing land use C) Computer systems for analyzing geographic data  D) Physical models of the Earth 26. Human geography only studies the physical features of the Earth. A) True B) False 27. What type of map shows Earth's surface features such as mountains and valleys? Reveal Answer 28. The theme of _____ explores how people interact with their environment.  Reveal Answer 29. What is an example of a human characteristic as defined in geography? A) Topography B) Vegetation C) Climate D) Culture 30. What is the primary goal of mitigation in relation to climate change? A) To increase fossil fuel dependence B) To eliminate all greenhouse gases C) To encourage urban migration D) To stabilize greenhouse gas levels and allow ecosystems to adapt 31. Adaptation refers to efforts aimed solely at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. A) True B) False 32. What does population density measure? Reveal Answer 33. The process of adjusting to expected future climate is called ______. Reveal Answer 34. Match the following terms with their correct definitions: Population Density Number of people per unit area Mitigation How population is spread across areas Adaptation Reducing the flow of greenhouse gases Population Distribution Adjusting to actual or expected climate changes Reset 35. Which of the following factors does NOT affect population density? A) Geographical features B) Fashion trends C) Economic opportunities D) Climate conditions 36. Reforestation is a method used for adaptation in climate change. A) True B) False 37. Name one potential beneficial opportunity associated with climate change. Reveal Answer 38. Population geography involves the study of the ______ distribution of the human population. Reveal Answer 39. What is a primary focus of population geography? A) Population growth and decline B) Fossil fuel consumption C) Climate patterns D) Advancements in technology 40. What type of map shows the boundaries of countries and their major cities? A) Political Map B) Climate Map C) Thematic Map D) Nautical Chart 41. Climate maps display economic activity across different regions. A) True B) False 42. What do longitude lines represent? Reveal Answer 43. A ________ is a type of map that uses colors to show specific information such as population density. Reveal Answer 44. Match each mapping tool with its primary function: GIS Analyzes geographic data patterns Political map Shows boundaries of political  divisions Nautical chart Determines precise location using GPS satellites Navigation on water Reset 45. Which type of map would be least useful for maritime navigation? A) Digital Map B) Nautical Chart C) Climate Map D) Political Map 46. Latitude is measured from the Equator to the North Pole. A) True B) False 47. What is the purpose of a digital map?  Reveal Answer 48. The lines of latitude are referred to as __________. Reveal Answer 49. What is the range of degrees for longitude? A) 0° to 120° B) 0° to 90° C) 0° to 360° D) 0° to 180° Add another question