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geography 6-8 review

geography 6-8 review by aylih

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The natural systems, landforms, and resources that shape human life are known as the environmental
An economic system that focuses on production, trade, and consumption of goods and services is called the capitalism or a market economy
The increasing worldwide connection of trade, technology, and culture is known as globalization
Using resources responsibly so future generations can meet their own needs is known as sustainability
Globalization spreads technology, ideas, and goods, which can increase ________________ growth in countries that participate in global markets. economic
A major sustainability challenge linked to globalization is increased ________________ of natural resources. increased consumption
A geographic claim must be supported by accurate ________________ to show how one concept influences another. evidence
A concept web helps students visually map the connections between Environment, Economy, Globalization, and ________________. sustainability
International cooperation and investment in renewable energy are examples of how globalization can support __________________. sustainability
A business’s location is often influenced by the availability of natural __________ such as water, minerals, or fertile land resources
When a company chooses a location with strong environmental protections, it is supporting long-term __________. sustainability
The movement of goods, people, and ideas from one place to another is known as diffusion
A country’s roads, bridges, power supply, and communication networks are all examples of its __________. infrastructure
A major environmental challenge that can discourage businesses from locating in an area is the presence of frequent natural __________. hazards
The term used to describe how humans adapt to, depend on, or modify their environment is human environmental interaction
A business may choose a developing country because labor costs are __________ compared to developed countries. lower or cheaper
When companies compare two potential locations, they often list the __________ and __________ of each option. pros and cons
The economic measure that shows the value of goods and services produced within a country is called _______ GDP
Choosing a business location affects not only the economy but also the __________ and __________ of local communities. environment and people
Cultural diffusion is the process by which cultural traits _________ from one place to anothe spread
When people move and bring their traditions with them, it is called __________ diffusion relocation
A cultural trait that spreads rapidly through social media is an example of __________ diffusion contagious
A cultural region is an area where people share similar _________ traits. cultural
. A political boundary is a line that defines the area a government_______ controls
A boundary based on human traits such as language or religion is known as a __________ boundary. cultural
A boundary created by natural features like rivers or mountains is called a __________ boundar physical
When a trait spreads from a place of authority or influence, such as fashion from Paris, it is called __________ diffusion. hierarchical
A geometric boundary is drawn using straight lines or______ parallels
Cultural patterns can influence political decisions because groups with shared culture often seek their own __________ or political autonomy. self rule
The environment influences the economy because natural resources such as oil, timber, and fertile soil create ________________ opportunitie economic or business
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