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Region Vocabulary
Vocabulary pertaining to the fifth them of geography
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Functional region | region that retains specific characteristics within a given geographical area. It involves a central node with the surroundings being linked to it through transportation, communication and economic systems |
| Perceptual Region | constructs that reflect human feelings and attitudes about areas and are therefore shared, subjective images of places |
| Formal Region | places with similar features |
| Physical Characteristics | provides details of the material in the archival collection, regarding the appearance of the materials, or any physical qualities which might affect the accessibility or usability of the materials. |
| Human Characteristics | Characteristics of a place that are related to people; these might include buildings or parks. |
| Boundaries | a line that marks the limits of an area; a dividing line |
| Unifying | make or become united, uniform, or whole |