Geography Terms Concepts Maps and Globes Globe is

Geography Terms & Concepts

Maps and Globes ►Globe is more accurate than a map. Why? ►Map projections: Mercator and Robinson Projections (all distort shapes) ►Which is more accurate?

►Mercator Projection ►Robinson Projection

Latitude & Longitude ►Lines of latitude run east and west; measure north and south (lat=flat) ►Lines of longitude run north & south; measure east & west ►Prime Meridian: line of longitude; 0 degrees ►Equator: line of latitude; 0 degrees

Hinge Question ► Why do we use a grid system? do we hae a Prime Meridian and an Equator>?

►Lines of Latitude ►Lines of Longitude

Political vs. Physical Maps ► Political Maps: show lines defining countries, states, and/or territories ► Physical Maps: show a graphic representation of the Earth's contours and the main features of the earth's surface

Five Themes of Geography ►Location ►Place ►Region ►Movement ►Human-Environment Interaction

Location ►Absolute Location: Exact spot on Earth where a place can be found ►Can be found with Lines of Latitude and Longitude ►Relative location: Relation of one place with regard to other places

Place ►Distinct Physical Features (climate, landforms, etc. ) ►Human Characteristics (cities, government, traditions) ►Places constantly change

Region ►A group of places that have similar characteristics (physical or human)

►People, Movement goods, or ideas moving from one place or another. ►What are some examples of movement? ►Migration: Moving from one place to another ►Why might people migrate?

Human-Environment Interaction ►Humans can adapt to their surroundings. ►How can humans harm the environment?