Geography of Industry

These flashcards cover key concepts from the lecture on the geography of industry, including the Industrial Revolution, site and situation in industrial contexts, and implications of economic policies.

What are the two essential questions a geographer asks about industry?

Where and why?

What does 'situation' refer to in geography?

The surrounding conditions or circumstances related to a place.

What is 'site' in the context of industry?

The specific physical characteristics of a location important for its industrial use.

Where did the Industrial Revolution begin?

The United Kingdom and Europe.

What is a significant factor for industry location mentioned in the lecture?

Transportation access.

What are 'site factors' crucial for industrial development?

Land, labor, and capital.

What does capital refer to in an industrial setting?

Money and resources required for industrial production.

What period does the Industrial Revolution cover?

The late 1700s to early 1800s.

What historical term was used to describe pre-industrial production?

Cottage industry.

What was the societal impact of the Industrial Revolution on workers?

Long working hours, poor conditions, and low wages.

What is the effect of tariffs on foreign competition?

They raise the prices of imported goods, protecting local industries.

What does self-sufficiency in economic terms imply?

A country's ability to sustain itself without relying on external assistance.

What is a key drawback of international trade for LDCs (Less Developed Countries)?

Potential loss of sovereignty and control over their economies.

What are structural adjustment programs?

Policies imposed on countries by lenders to facilitate debt repayment by restructuring their economies.

What is the core-periphery model?

A model describing the relationship between MDCs (More Developed Countries) and LDCs in terms of economic development.

What role does water play in industrial development?

It is essential for transportation, steam power, and hydraulic power generation.

What impacts did the Industrial Revolution have on pollution?

It led to widespread pollution due to industrial processes.

What are two approaches LDCs can take to develop economically?

Self-sufficiency and integration into global trade.