Geography Exam Guide

These flashcards cover key geographic concepts and regions from the lecture notes to aid in exam preparation on the topic of Geography.

Western Cordillera

A region in Canada characterized by rugged mountains, valleys, fast-flowing rivers, and a coastal area along the Pacific ocean.

Canadian Shield

A region in Canada known for its coniferous forests, old rock formations, and thousands of lakes, supporting significant mining and hydroelectric power activities.

Interior Plains

A flat to rolling area of land in Canada with deep river valleys, primarily formed through sediment deposition and glaciation, known for its agricultural production.

Hudson Bay Lowlands

A flat, low, and swampy region characterized by sedimentary rock and significant tourism and mining activities.

Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Lowlands

A region with flat plains to rolling hills and significant manufacturing activity, characterized by sedimentary rock deposited into ancient seas.

Atlantic Region

Characterized by the Appalachian mountains and old highlands, this region involves significant fishing and agriculture activities.

Northern Canada

A vast, sparsely populated region that includes major biomes such as the boreal forest and tundra, with significant mining and oil extraction.

Agriculture

The science or practice of farming land, including the cultivation of crops and livestock raising.

Tariffs

A tax or duty to be paid on particular imports and exports.

Climate

The common weather conditions in an area over a long period.

Demographics

The particulars about groups of people, including characteristics such as race, gender, location, and language.

Economy

The wealth and resources of a country or region, particularly in terms of goods and services production and consumption.

Geography

The study of Earth's physical features, atmosphere, and human activity.

Geo-ecosphere

The global, self-regulating ecosystem of rocks, minerals, soils, mountains, and ocean floors, interacting with the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere.

Biosphere

All living ecosystems on Earth, encompassing the entire 'zone of life', including humans, animals, and plants.

Political Geography

The study of how power shapes landscapes and the identity of places.

Human Geography

The study of the relationship between humans and their environment, focusing on economics, culture, and population.

Propaganda

Information used to influence citizens' views, often manipulating thoughts, actions, or feelings.