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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.
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