The numbering system used to indicate the location of meridians drawn on a globe and measuring
distance east and west of the prime meridian (0°).
Diffusion *
The process of spread of a feature or trend from one place to another over time.
Thematic map *
A map that emphasizes the spatial patterns of geographic statistics or attributes, and sometimes the
relationship between them.
Relative Location *
The position of one place or person in relation to another place or person.
Toponym *
The name given to a portion of Earth’s surface.
Situation *
The location of a place relative to another place.
Spatial diffusion *
A feature spreading across space.
Hearth *
The region from which innovative ideas originate.
Transnational corporation *
A company that conducts research, operates factories, and sells products in many countries, not just
where its headquarters or shareholders are located.
Parallel
A circle drawn around the globe parallel to the equator and at right angles to the meridians.