Ap hum

AP human study semeste

Formal regions

Clearly defined areas based on measurable characteristics.

Functional regions

Areas defined by a function or activity.

Physiological density

Population per unit of arable land.

Arithmetic density

Total population per unit area.

Environmental determinism

Theory that environment shapes human behavior.

Fertility rate

Average number of births per woman.

Ethnocentrism

Belief in the superiority of one's culture.

Cultural landscape

The visible imprint of human activity on the environment.

Ethnic neighborhood

Area primarily inhabited by a specific ethnicity.

Cultural diffusion

Spread of cultural elements from one area to another.

Hierarchical diffusion

Spread of culture from more to less influential areas.

Relocation diffusion

Spread of culture through migration.

Creolization

Blending of cultures into new forms.

Lingua franca

A common language used for communication between speakers of different languages.

Stimulus diffusion

Cultural adaptation in response to the introduction of a cultural item.

Homogenization

The process of making things uniform or similar.

Assimilation

Process of adopting the traits of another culture.

Census data

Utilized for demographic insights.

Mercator vs. Robinson projections

Different map types with unique strengths and weaknesses.

Gobs vs. Maps

Discusses differences in representation.

Topographic maps

Maps showing elevation and terrain features.

Spatial analysis

Examines patterns and relationships in geographical data.

Map scale

Differences in detail between scales like 1:24,000 and 1:250,000.

Population pyramids

Tool for demographic analysis and planning.

Demographic transition model

Stages of population growth and decline.

Malthus’ Theory

Prediction of population growth and its impacts.

Population migration characteristics

Factors determining migration patterns.

Push-pull factors

Reasons influencing people to leave or enter regions.

Effects of migration

Influence on cultural landscapes.

Pop culture vs. Folk culture

Differences in diffusion and presence.

Ethnic vs. Universal religions

Classification of belief systems.

Monotheistic vs. Polytheistic religions

Differences in religious beliefs.