Unit 1, Topic 6 Review - Scales of Analysis in AP Human Geography

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to scales of analysis in AP Human Geography, providing definitions and explanations to help students study for their exam.

Scale

The relationship between distance on a map and distance on the Earth's surface.

Global Scale

A scale that shows the entire Earth's surface.

National Scale

A scale that focuses around a country's borders.

Sub-national Scale

A scale that looks at organizations below the national level, such as states or counties.

Census Tract

A small, relatively permanent statistical subdivision of a county used for data collection.

Scale of Analysis

The way information is organized or presented, focusing on how data is chunked.

Local Scale of Analysis

A scale that provides detailed information specific to a particular area or community.

Regional Scale of Analysis

A scale that considers information organized by regions or districts.

Small Scale Map

A map that shows a larger area of the Earth's surface but with less detail.

Large Scale Map

A map that shows a smaller area of the Earth's surface but with more detail.

Patterns and Processes

Trends observed when analyzing data across different geographic scales.

Median Household Income

The income level that separates the higher half from the lower half of household incomes in a given area.