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Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Human Geography

Exploring the Significance of Functional Regions in Geography: Understanding Interconnectivity and its Influence on Economic and Urban Planning

functional/nodal region (nodal) an area organized around a focal point The functional region, also known as a nodal region or a node, is a geographic area that...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Human Geography

Understanding Vernacular Regions: Exploring People’s Perceptual Definitions of Cultural Areas

vernacular/perceptual region (perceptual) an area that people believe exists as part of their cultural identity ex. the south A vernacular region, also known as a perceptual region,...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Human Geography

Understanding Density: Definition, Calculation, and Importance in Science

density the frequency of “something” in a given UNIT AREA (ex. ppl per unit) Density is a physical property of materials that measures how much mass is...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Human Geography

Understanding Absolute Location: The Importance of Latitude and Longitude for Accurate Positioning on the Earth’s Surface

absolute location specific place, uses grids, longitude & latitude Absolute location refers to the specific and precise location of a place on the Earth’s surface using a...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Human Geography

Understanding Relative Location: How It Helps Navigate and Describe Spatial Relationships

relative location directional words & using distance Relative location is the position or location of a place or object in relation to other nearby places or objects....

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Human Geography

Explore the World with the 5 Themes of Geography: An In-Depth Analysis of Location, Place, Human-Environment Interaction, Movement, and Region

5 themes of geograpghy (H.L.M.P.R) location, place, human environment interaction, movement, & regions The 5 themes of geography are a framework that helps geographers study and understand...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Human Geography

Understanding Region Classification: A Comprehensive Overview of Administrative, Geographic, and Cultural Regions in Social Sciences

3 types of regions formal, functional, & vernacular There are different ways to classify regions, but generally speaking, regions can be divided into three types: administrative regions,...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Human Geography

Understanding Uniform Regions: Exploring Geographic Similarities in Physical and Cultural Traits

formal/uniform region (uniform) an area w/in which everyone shares in common one or more distinctive characteristic, & drawn w/ borders (ex. Canada, rice-growing areas) A formal or...