Themes of Geography

Flashcards based on key concepts from the lecture notes on themes of geography.

Location

The position on the surface of the Earth.

Absolute Location

A definite reference, such as latitude, longitude, or street address.

Relative Location

A place described with respect to its environment.

Place

The human and physical characteristics of a location.

Physical Characteristics

Natural features of a place, like mountains, rivers, and plant life.

Human Characteristics

Cultural features of a place designed by humans, including architecture and transportation.

Human Environment Interaction

The ways humans adapt, depend on, and modify their environment.

Positive Effects of Human Environment Interaction

Benefits gained, such as improved health, fertility, and economy.

Negative Effects of Human Environment Interaction

Detriments caused, such as health issues and economic challenges.

Movement

The flow of people, products, information, and ideas.

Regions

Divisions of the world into manageable units based on various criteria.

Formal Region

Regions with officially designated boundaries, like states and countries.

Functional Region

Regions defined by their connections, such as districts.

Vernacular Region

Perceived regions with no formal boundaries understood culturally, like the Middle East.