APHG Unit 1 Vocab Flashcard

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Spatial coordinates of latitude and longitude express

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mathematical location

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Method to represent Earth's 3D surface on a 2D map:

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projection

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Subjective image of an area based on individual perceptions and experiences.

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mental map

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US divided into 9 regions by Census Bureau is an example of:

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uniform region

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Principle of distance decay describes:

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Negative correlation between distance and degree of relation.

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Technological innovations enabling faster travel and communication over distances.

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time-space compression

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Term for the physical character of a location?

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site

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Ratio of map distances to actual earth distances.

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scale

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Thematic maps using color tones to show value variation across areas are called

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choropleth maps

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A fashion trend spreads quickly via a social media influencer. This exemplifies:

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Hierarchical Diffusion