Social Science Test Study Notes

A collection of flashcards summarizing key concepts in social sciences, geographical processes, and their societal impacts.

Social Sciences

Disciplines that study human society and social relationships, including sociology, psychology, anthropology, economics, and political science.

Purpose of Social Sciences

To understand societal behavior, cultural norms, and human interactions.

Geographical Processes

Natural and human-induced processes that shape the earth's surface.

Physical Geographical Processes

Processes like tectonic movements, weathering, erosion, and sedimentation.

Human Geographical Processes

Processes such as urban planning, agriculture, and deforestation.

Examples of Geographical Processes

Mountain formation, river valleys, and land use changes.

Impacts of Geographical Processes

Affects landscapes, ecosystems, and human activities, including natural disasters and migration.

Geographical Issues

Problems arising from human-environment interaction, including urbanization, resource depletion, and pollution.

Climate Change

Long-term weather and temperature changes caused mainly by human activities; impacts include rising sea levels and extreme weather.

Solutions to Climate Change

Mitigation and adaptation strategies to address climate change impacts.