AP Human Geography 11.1 Vocabulary

Vocabulary flashcards covering key AP Human Geography 11.1 concepts such as physical vs. human geography, types of maps, and distribution patterns.

Physical Geography

Geography that focuses on Earth's natural environment.

Physical Maps

Maps that show and label natural features such as mountains, rivers, and deserts.

Absolute Location

The precise spot where something is located, according to a system (latitude and longitude).

Distribution

The way a phenomenon is spread over an area.

Human Geography

The study of relationships between people, places, and environments, focusing on how human activities shape the spatial organization of the world.

Road Maps

Maps that show and label highways, streets, and alleys.

Latitude

The distance north or south of the equator.

Clustered (agglomerated) Distribution

Phenomena arranged in a group or concentrated area, such as restaurants in a mall food court or cities along a border.

Models

Simplified representations of reality used to understand spatial patterns, processes, and relationships.

Plat Maps

Maps that show property lines and details of land ownership.

Equator

An imaginary line that circles the globe halfway between the North and South Poles.