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AP Human Geography - First Semester Final Study Guide
Definitions:
Formal regions: Clearly defined areas based on measurable characteristics.
Functional regions: Areas defined by a function or activity.
Physiological density: Population per unit of arable land.
Arithmetic density: Total population per unit area.
Environmental determinism: Theory that environment shapes human behavior.
Fertility rate: Average number of births per woman.
Ethnocentrism: Belief in the superiority of one's culture.
Cultural landscape: The visible imprint of human activity on the environment.
Ethnic neighborhood: Area primarily inhabited by a specific ethnicity.
Cultural diffusion: Spread of cultural elements from one area to another.
Hierarchical diffusion: Spread of culture from more to less influential areas.
Relocation diffusion: Spread of culture through migration.
Creolization: Blending of cultures into new forms.
Lingua franca: A common language used for communication between speakers of different languages.
Stimulus diffusion: Cultural adaptation in response to the introduction of a cultural item.
Homogenization: The process of making things uniform or similar.
Assimilation: Process of adopting the traits of another culture.
Theories and Models:
Census data: Utilized for demographic insights.
Mercator vs. Robinson projections: Different map types with unique strengths and weaknesses.
Gobs vs. Maps: Discusses differences in representation.
Topographic maps: Maps showing elevation and terrain features.
Spatial analysis: Examines patterns and relationships in geographical data.
Map scale: Differences in detail between scales like 1:24,000 and 1:250,000.
Population pyramids: Tool for demographic analysis and planning.
Demographic transition model: Stages of population growth and decline.
Malthus’ Theory: Prediction of population growth and its impacts.
Population migration characteristics: Factors determining migration patterns.
Push-pull factors: Reasons influencing people to leave or enter regions.
Effects of migration: Influence on cultural landscapes.
Pop culture vs. Folk culture: Differences in diffusion and presence.
Ethnic vs. Universal religions: Classification of belief systems.
Monotheistic vs. Polytheistic religions: Differences in religious beliefs.
Ap hum
AP Human Geography - First Semester Final Study Guide
Definitions:
Formal regions: Clearly defined areas based on measurable characteristics.
Functional regions: Areas defined by a function or activity.
Physiological density: Population per unit of arable land.
Arithmetic density: Total population per unit area.
Environmental determinism: Theory that environment shapes human behavior.
Fertility rate: Average number of births per woman.
Ethnocentrism: Belief in the superiority of one's culture.
Cultural landscape: The visible imprint of human activity on the environment.
Ethnic neighborhood: Area primarily inhabited by a specific ethnicity.
Cultural diffusion: Spread of cultural elements from one area to another.
Hierarchical diffusion: Spread of culture from more to less influential areas.
Relocation diffusion: Spread of culture through migration.
Creolization: Blending of cultures into new forms.
Lingua franca: A common language used for communication between speakers of different languages.
Stimulus diffusion: Cultural adaptation in response to the introduction of a cultural item.
Homogenization: The process of making things uniform or similar.
Assimilation: Process of adopting the traits of another culture.
Theories and Models:
Census data: Utilized for demographic insights.
Mercator vs. Robinson projections: Different map types with unique strengths and weaknesses.
Gobs vs. Maps: Discusses differences in representation.
Topographic maps: Maps showing elevation and terrain features.
Spatial analysis: Examines patterns and relationships in geographical data.
Map scale: Differences in detail between scales like 1:24,000 and 1:250,000.
Population pyramids: Tool for demographic analysis and planning.
Demographic transition model: Stages of population growth and decline.
Malthus’ Theory: Prediction of population growth and its impacts.
Population migration characteristics: Factors determining migration patterns.
Push-pull factors: Reasons influencing people to leave or enter regions.
Effects of migration: Influence on cultural landscapes.
Pop culture vs. Folk culture: Differences in diffusion and presence.
Ethnic vs. Universal religions: Classification of belief systems.
Monotheistic vs. Polytheistic religions: Differences in religious beliefs.
