Geographic Technology
What is geographic technology used for?
It is used to study Earth's surface, including mapping locations and analyzing data about places
What does latitude measure on Earth?
Latitude measures how far north or south a place is from the equator
If the bars on a climograph are very low, what does that tell you about the regions climate?
It tells you that the region gets very little rain, and is like a desert.
When a country is economically stable it is known as a...
Developed Country
When a culture spreads thought the interaction of people it is known as...
Expansion Diffusion
What does GPS stand for, and what does it help us do?
GPS stands for Global Positioning System, and it helps us find the exact location of a place on Earth.
What is the latitude of the equator?
0°
How can you tell which month is the hottest on a climograph?
The month where the temperature line is the highest.
Name three characteristics of a developing country.
Lower income levels, less access to healthcare and education
When cultures are spreading through places it is known as...
Cultural Diffusion
What is GIS, and how is it different from GPS?
GIS stands for Geographic Information System and it is used to collect analyze and display data about specific locations while GPS is used for finding locations.
How does latitude affect climate?
Places near the equator low latitudes are warmer, and places near the poles high latitudes are colder.
What do the bars on a climograph represent?
The amount of rain for each month.
Name three characteristics of a developed country.
Good education system
Good economy
Sustainable
Ethnocentrism
How can satellites help with geographic technology?
Satellites take pictures of the Earth and collect data, which helps us with mapping, weather predictions and environment changes.
Name two important lines of latitude other than the equator.
Tropic of Cancer (23.5° N) and Tropic of Capricorn (23.5° S).
What does the line on a climograph represent?
The average temperature for each month.
Which area in Canada is known for its tundra and very cold temperatures?
The northern territories specifically the Arctic region.
When cultures goes from the powerful and richest down to the others it is known as...
Hierarchical Diffusion
What are some examples of tools that use geographic technology?
Google maps and weather tracking apps
At what latitude are the North and South Poles located?
The North Pole is at 90° N, and the South Pole is at 90° S
What two pieces of information does a climograph show?
Average temperature and rain.
What are the two largest mountain ranges in the U.S. and Canada?
The Rocky Mountains and the Appalachian Mountains.
What are the Key factors of culture?
Language, Clothing, Food, Art/Music, Important Date's, Architecture, Traditions