Geography Flashcards
(21 cards)
What are the key places on a map of Antarctica?
South Pole, Southern Ocean, Ross Ice Shelf, Ronne Ice Shelf, Trans Antarctic Mountains, Antarctic peninsula
These locations are significant for understanding the geography of Antarctica.
How can Antarctica’s climate be described?
Temperature, rainfall, wind speed
Specific figures and facts about these elements help to characterize Antarctica’s extreme climate.
What key terminology is associated with food webs in Antarctica?
Producer, consumer, herbivore, omnivore, carnivore, top carnivore
Understanding these terms is essential for interpreting food web diagrams.
What are the potential negative impacts of tourism in Antarctica?
Environmental degradation, wildlife disturbance, waste management issues
Managing these impacts is crucial for preserving Antarctica’s ecosystem.
What does the Antarctic Treaty do?
Protects Antarctica, stops military stuff, mining, keeping an area of Antarctica,
It establishes guidelines for international cooperation and conservation efforts.
What are the divisions of geological time?
Eons, eras, periods
This classification helps in understanding Earth’s history and the evolution of life.
What key events describe the evolution of the human species?
Main routes and dates of our journey out of Africa
These events are pivotal in understanding human migration and evolution.
What regions are identified in Africa?
Northern Africa, Western Africa, Central Africa, Eastern Africa, Southern Africa
Each region has its unique geographical and cultural characteristics.
What are the four countries in the Horn of Africa?
Somalia, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Djibouti
Each country has distinct cultural and geographical features.
What are the capital cities of the countries in the Horn of Africa?
Mogadishu, Addis Ababa, Asmara, Djibouti
Knowing these capitals is essential for understanding regional politics and geography.
What types of human activity take place in the Horn of Africa?
Agriculture, pastoralism, trade, fishing
These activities are influenced by the region’s geography and climate.
What challenges do salt miners and nomads face in the Horn of Africa?
Access to resources, climate variability, political instability
These challenges significantly impact their livelihoods and way of life.
What is the difference between England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales?
They are distinct countries within the United Kingdom
Understanding their differences is important for cultural and political context.
Identify key physical features of the United Kingdom.
Major upland areas, major rivers, major lakes, highest mountains, important seas and oceans
Familiarity with these features enhances geographical knowledge of the UK.
List the major upland areas in the United Kingdom.
Northwest Highlands, Cairngorms, Grampians, Lake District, Pennines, Snowdonia
These areas are significant for understanding the topography of the UK.
What are some major rivers in the United Kingdom?
Thames, Severn, Trent, Tay
Rivers play a crucial role in the geography and history of the UK.
Name some major lakes in the United Kingdom.
Lough Neagh, Loch Lomond, Windermere
Lakes are important for biodiversity and recreation within the UK.
What are the highest mountains in each nation of the United Kingdom?
Ben Nevis, Snowdon, Scafell Pike, Slieve Donard
These mountains are notable landmarks and attract tourism.
Name important seas and oceans surrounding the United Kingdom.
Atlantic Ocean, North Sea, English Channel, Celtic Sea
These bodies of water are significant for trade and marine biodiversity.
What is population distribution?
A description of Where people are very spread out within an area.
What is population density?
The amount of people per square km
