Key Terms
What is the definition of "place"
a specific part of Earths surface that is identified and given meaning by people.
what are the 3 elements that are shown on a climate graph.
rainfall, daytime highest temp, night time lowest temp
What is Inverell's main water supply?
Copeton Dam
True or False, crime rates can effect a place's liveability status?
True
What is one example of world conflict Australia has been apart of?
World War 1 or 2, Vietnam War, Korean War, Peace keeping missions
what does "perception" mean
How a group of people view things
What does the orientation involve on a map?
showing what way is north
What is the common housing type in Inverell
separate or singular house
List 2 infrastructures that make Inverell liveable
any from the following categories
- healthcare, education, housing, transport networks, technology, water, sanitation, cultural and recreational activities.
What are the two results of population pressures
pollution and traffic volumes
What does "liveability" mean?
the extent of where a place can support quality of life and maximise wellbeing
What is a population density map used for?
Showcase trends on where people are living
List 3 examples of healthcare in Inverell
Hospitals, GP clinics, Pharmacy/chemist, Alternate health services.
Name 3 recreational places/facilities in Inverell?
complex, skate park, any park and playgrounds, mountain bike track, gyms, bowling alley,
What are the two categories for natural disasters?
climatic and movement in Earths crust
What is the definition of Human Wellbeing?
The quality of life of a person and a country's population.
What do BOLTSS stand for?
Boarder, Orientation, Legend, Title, Scale, Source
What are the 2 services/facilities that contribute to infrastructure beginning with T
Transport networks and Technology
How many years was Melbourne awarded the most liveable city in the world?
7 years
What are the 4 factors that affect environmental quality?
Natural hazards, conflict, population pressures and land degradation and water shortage.
Name 3 services that make up infrastructure.
housing, education, water, sanitation, healthcare, transport networks, technology, cultural and recreational facilities.
What map or graph would be best suited for displaying where most people live in a place?
A population density map
Why is water sanitation important? (provide 2 reasons why)
- provides clean water that is drinkable
- reduces risk of getting sick
What 2 Australian cities (besides Melbourne) were listed in the top 10 most liveable cities across the world?
Adelaide and Sydney
What are the 3 types of impact natural hazards can have?
Social impacts, economic impacts and environmental impacts.