social studies

what are inland features?

the visor and tangible features that describe a given Area.

mountains

a large natural elevation of the earth's surface rising abruptly from the surrounding level, with steep sides.

hills

area of raised land that are lower and more round then a mountain

valley

area of low land between hills or mountains

George

a deep valley that has a narrow passage, normally through which streams/rivers are channeled.

desert

an area that receives less than 25 centimeters of rain per year

plateau

A large area of flat land elevated high above sea level

plain

area of level land, usually at low elevation and often covered with grasses

activities done on highland

mining livestock

energy production

effects on highlands

human activities pollute mountais, change them and change the complex interaction network of the species communities living there.

lowland activities

farming

erosion

habitat loss

soil and water pollution

loss of river dynamics

cause of erosion on lowland

overuse of land by means of agriculture

cause of soil and water pollution on lowland

dye to intense use of fertilizers

cause of habitat loss on lowland

construction and housing uses

cause for loss of river dynamics on lowlands

reservoir regulation

cause of erosion on highland s

storm, rainfall in poorly developed natural plant cover

cause of air, soil and water pollution on highland

coal mining activities

what is brown used for?

Mountains

what is green used for?

valleys and plains

yellow used for

plateaus

what is blue used for?

waterbodies

what is an institution?

an organization,establishment,foundation, soccer devoted to the promotion of a particular purpose.

what are characteristics of an institution?

they are relatively permanent

they tend to become traditional and enduring

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what are the types of institutions?

educational institution

religious institution

economic institution

recreational institution

political institution

what is an educational institution?

it is a social institution through which society provides it members with knowledge, including basic facts, job skills and cultural normal and values.

what is a religious institution?

these are the visible and organized manifestation of practices and beliefs in particular social and historical contexts.

types of religious institutions

church

mosque

temples

synagogue

functions of religious institution

provides members with a sense of identity and belonging.

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what is a recreational instution?

they fill the needs of normal and physically challenged people

types of recreational activities

rafting

biking

hiking and camping

rock climbing

horseback riding

functions of recreational activities

to build physique

to help with relaxation

to build health and prevent diseases

to promote happiness

what is a political institution?

organizations which create enforce the social system and otherwise provide representation for the population.

Political Parties

groups that help elect people and shape policies

Functions of political parties

1. Recruiting and nominating candidates

2. Educating the electorate about campaign issues

3. Helping candidates win elections

4. Monitoring actions of officeholders

trade unions

groups that tried to improve pay and working conditions

functions of trade unions

- Negotiate with employers on behalf of its members

- Negotiate wage increases

- Negotiate better pension schemes

- Negotiate and obtain medical aid schemes for members

- Negotiate for better working conditions

- Acquire favourable rates for overtime

- Monitor employers who may try to exploit their workers

- Represent and counsel their members throughout their disciplinary actions

What is government?a

an agency or body with the authority to control and direct the,affairs of the country.

Functions of Government

making laws

enforcing laws

protection of people

managing of the economy

what are the 3 arms of government

Legislative, Executive, Judiciary

Judiciary arm of government

deals with the maintenance of laws

executive arm of government

executive arm of government

compromises of the prime ministera and the other ministry who are chosen and duty appointed to head various departments

legislative arm of government

works with the executive name judicary branchand its main responsibility is the creation of laws.

canyon

a deep and narrow valley with steep sides