Grade 11 Geography Review Flashcards

These flashcards cover key concepts in Grade 11 Geography including climate classification, geological timescales, resources management, and more.

What are the main factors influencing the climate classification of a region?

The criteria for climate classification include temperature, precipitation, soil type, and vegetation.

What is Köppen's climate classification method known for?

Köppen's climate classification system is known for categorizing climates based on dominant vegetation types and their relationship with temperature and moisture.

What is the significance of the geological timescale?

The geological timescale helps to understand Earth's history and major geological events over time.

What are the two types of rock dating methods used in geology?

Relative dating and Absolute dating are the two methods used to determine the age of rocks.

What defines the Precambrian era on the geological timescale?

The Precambrian era is the time before the Cambrian period, encompassing about 600 to 4500 million years ago.

What is continental drift?

Continental drift refers to the gradual movement of continents across the Earth's surface, driven by plate tectonics.

What is the importance of forests as a natural resource?

Forests provide a wide range of ecosystem services such as climate regulation, habitat for wildlife, and resources for human use.

What are transboundary rivers?

Transboundary rivers are rivers that flow across or form the borders between two or more countries.

How do human activities impact soil resources?

Human activities such as deforestation, overgrazing, and urbanization lead to soil degradation, loss of fertility, and erosion.

What are some effects of rapid population growth on resources?

Rapid population growth can lead to increased demand for food, water, and energy, resulting in resource depletion and environmental degradation.

How does the demographic transition model explain population changes?

The demographic transition model illustrates how populations transition from high birth and death rates to low birth and death rates as countries develop economically.

What is the Gross Reproductive Rate (GRR)?

The Gross Reproductive Rate estimates the number of female offspring a woman will have based on age-specific fertility rates and survival through childbearing age.

What is land degradation?

Land degradation refers to the decline in the quality and productivity of land due to factors like erosion, nutrient depletion, and pollution.

What constitutes a renewable resource?

Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished naturally in a short period of time, such as solar energy, wind, and biomass.

What are some strategies for sustainable land management?

Strategies include afforestation, crop rotation, controlled grazing, and the use of cover crops to enhance soil health and prevent erosion.

What is the role of regional cooperation in managing shared water resources?

Regional cooperation facilitates negotiation and management of shared water resources to ensure fair use and minimize conflicts.

What is the relationship between climate and vegetation?

Climate affects the types of vegetation that can thrive in an area, as different plants require specific temperature and moisture conditions.