AR History Chapt. 2 Flashcards
The study of the human living trends and physical characteristics of the Earth
Geography
A model or map of the Earth that is spherical in shape
Globe
Imaginary lines on the globe that run from east to west to measure distances north or south of the equator
Latitude
Imaginary lines on the globe that run north and south, which are measures of distance east or west of the prime meridian
Longitude
Divisions of the globe using either northern and southern division or an eastern and western one
Hemispheres
The imaginary line that divides the Northern and Southern hemispheres
Equator
Starting point from which longitude is measured
Prime Meridian
A flat drawing or illustration of an area
Map
Scientists who study geography
Geographers
Methods or tools that geographers use to classify and organize information
Five Themes of Geography
Used when discussing human impact on Earth and the environment
Human Environmental Interaction
To change or modify conditions to suit surroundings
Adapt
Adjusting slightly or changing to achieve a result
Modifying
The point of existence of a place on Earth
Location
Referring to a location that is approximate
Relative
Referring to the precise location of a place
Absolute
One of the five themes of geography used when discussing the exchange or development of ideas, goods, and/or people
Movement