Global Locational Factors and Economic Activity

These flashcards cover key concepts related to global locational factors and their impact on economic activities, helping students prepare for their exam.

What are global locational factors?

Global locational factors are elements that influence where economic activities are conducted, including both physical factors like natural resources and human factors like skilled labor.

Name three physical factors that influence economic activities.

Natural resources, climate, and geographical location.

What human factors affect industry locations?

Skilled labor, technology, infrastructure, political stability, and market proximity.

Give an example of an industry that depends on raw materials.

Mining depends on raw materials.

What is the purpose of matching industries to their relevant locational factors?

To understand why specific locational factors are crucial for the success of different industries.

How do global locational factors create unique economic landscapes?

By influencing the distribution of industries and shaping trade patterns and local economies.

Why is access to transportation an important locational factor for manufacturing?

Transportation is crucial for moving goods and accessing markets effectively.

What locational factors are important for the tourism industry?

Scenic land and accessibility through transport.

Provide an example of a tertiary industry and its locational factor.

Tourism, which depends on scenic locations and transport access.

What role do government policies play in determining locational factors for renewable energy?

Government policies can provide incentives for renewable energy projects and influence land use.