Question 1

The mind imagery that we use for understanding our surroundings and experiences are called ____. ​

Accepted Answer

A) open systems 
B) regions 
C) mathematical and statistical models 
D) thresholds 
E) conceptual models 
A) open systems 
B) regions 
C) mathematical and statistical models 
D) thresholds 
E) conceptual models

Question 2

Areas identified by distinctive characteristics that distinguish them from surrounding areas are known as ____. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Areas identified by distinctive characteristics that distinguish...

Question 3

An interconnecting process between two locations or areas is called spatial _______________. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of An interconnecting process between two locations or...

Question 4

Natural regions can change in size and shape over time in response to environmental changes. ​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Systems that continually adjust slightly one way or another, within a range of tolerance, as they react to variations in inputs are at ____. ​

Accepted Answer

A) output 
B) feedback 
C) dynamic equilibrium 
D) threshold 
E) overshoot 
A) output 
B) feedback 
C) dynamic equilibrium 
D) threshold 
E) overshoot

Question 6

A world globe, or a three-dimensional replica of a region's terrain, is an example of a(n)_______________ model. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of A world globe, or a three-dimensional replica...

Question 7

Physical geography focuses on ____.

Accepted Answer

A) mapping political boundaries 
B) projecting climate change 
C) understanding human features of a region 
D) the composition of Earth's crust 
E) understanding the natural processes and features of Earth 
A) mapping political boundaries 
B) projecting climate change 
C) understanding human features of a region 
D) the composition of Earth's crust 
E) understanding the natural processes and features of Earth

Question 8

Examining where certain natural features are abundant, and where they are rare, is an example of analyzing ____. ​

Accepted Answer

A) cultural geography 
B) changes over time 
C) relative locations 
D) spatial interaction 
E) spatial distribution 
A) cultural geography 
B) changes over time 
C) relative locations 
D) spatial interaction 
E) spatial distribution

Question 9

How does Earth as a planet compare to an orbiting space station in terms of providing a life support system for its inhabitants? Other than size, what are some of their differences and similarities in terms of habitation? ​

Accepted Answer

Similarities could include receiving the

Question 10

The lines on maps that depict the boundaries between natural areas or environmental regions generally represent abrupt changes on the surface. ​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

An adjustment in one part of a system in response to a change that occurred in another part is called ____. ​

Accepted Answer

A) positive feedback 
B) negative feedback 
C) steady state 
D) feedback 
E) dynamic state 
A) positive feedback 
B) negative feedback 
C) steady state 
D) feedback 
E) dynamic state

Question 12

A coordinate system can be used to describe a(n)_______________ location. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of A coordinate system can be used to...

Question 13

Because physical geography is so broad and complex, the scientific method does not apply. ​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Some environmental changes that occur on Earth accumulate very slowly so that careful scientific study over the long term is required to understand what is occurring.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A conceptual model of a place and its spatial components is called a "mental map". ​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Physical geography is a(n)____ discipline because it includes analyzing and explaining the locations, distributions, patterns, variations, and similarities or differences among phenomena on Earth's surface.

Accepted Answer

A) earth 
B) historical 
C) spatial 
D) social 
E) political 
A) earth 
B) historical 
C) spatial 
D) social 
E) political

Question 17

Systems analysis involves defining a system, breaking the system down into its components, and examining how the components interact with one another.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

In a systems model, movement of energy or matter into the system is a(n)____. ​

Accepted Answer

A) subsystem 
B) output 
C) input 
D) closed system 
E) equilibrium 
A) subsystem 
B) output 
C) input 
D) closed system 
E) equilibrium

Question 19

Natural processes, typically of unusual intensity, that put environments and human life or property at risk of damage or destruction are called _______________. (two words)​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Natural processes, typically of unusual intensity, that...

Question 20

A sequence of changes that reinforces the direction of initial change is known as _______________ feedback. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of A sequence of changes that reinforces the...

The mind imagery that we use for understanding our surroundings and experiences are called ____.

Areas identified by distinctive characteristics that distinguish them from surrounding areas are known as ____.

An interconnecting process between two locations or areas is called spatial _______________.

Natural regions can change in size and shape over time in response to environmental changes.

Systems that continually adjust slightly one way or another, within a range of tolerance, as they react to variations in inputs are at ____.

A world globe, or a three-dimensional replica of a region's terrain, is an example of a(n)_______________ model.

Physical geography focuses on ____.

Examining where certain natural features are abundant, and where they are rare, is an example of analyzing ____.

How does Earth as a planet compare to an orbiting space station in terms of providing a life support system for its inhabitants? Other than size, what are some of their differences and similarities in terms of habitation?

The lines on maps that depict the boundaries between natural areas or environmental regions generally represent abrupt changes on the surface.

An adjustment in one part of a system in response to a change that occurred in another part is called ____.

A coordinate system can be used to describe a(n)_______________ location.

Because physical geography is so broad and complex, the scientific method does not apply.

Some environmental changes that occur on Earth accumulate very slowly so that careful scientific study over the long term is required to understand what is occurring.

A conceptual model of a place and its spatial components is called a "mental map".

Physical geography is a(n)____ discipline because it includes analyzing and explaining the locations, distributions, patterns, variations, and similarities or differences among phenomena on Earth's surface.

Systems analysis involves defining a system, breaking the system down into its components, and examining how the components interact with one another.

In a systems model, movement of energy or matter into the system is a(n)____.

Natural processes, typically of unusual intensity, that put environments and human life or property at risk of damage or destruction are called _______________. (two words)

A sequence of changes that reinforces the direction of initial change is known as _______________ feedback.

Representations of Earth

Earth-Sun Relationships and Solar Energy

The Atmosphere, Temperature, and the Heat Budget

Atmospheric Pressure, Winds, and Circulation Patterns

Moisture, Condensation, and Precipitation

Air Masses and Weather Systems

Global Climates and Climate Change

Low-Latitude and Arid Climate Regions

Middle-Latitude, Polar, and Highland Climatic Regions

Biogeography

Soils and Soil Development

Earth Materials and Plate Tectonics

Tectonism and Volcanism

Weathering and Mass Wasting

Subsurface Water and Karst

Fluvial Processes and Landforms

Arid Region and Eolian Landforms

Glacial Systems and Landforms

Coastal Processes and Landforms

Filters

Exam 1: Physical Geography: Earth Environments and Systems

The mind imagery that we use for understanding our surroundings and experiences are called ____. ​

Areas identified by distinctive characteristics that distinguish them from surrounding areas are known as ____. ​

An interconnecting process between two locations or areas is called spatial _______________. ​

Natural regions can change in size and shape over time in response to environmental changes. ​

Systems that continually adjust slightly one way or another, within a range of tolerance, as they react to variations in inputs are at ____. ​

A world globe, or a three-dimensional replica of a region's terrain, is an example of a(n)_______________ model. ​

Physical geography focuses on ____.

Examining where certain natural features are abundant, and where they are rare, is an example of analyzing ____. ​

How does Earth as a planet compare to an orbiting space station in terms of providing a life support system for its inhabitants? Other than size, what are some of their differences and similarities in terms of habitation? ​

The lines on maps that depict the boundaries between natural areas or environmental regions generally represent abrupt changes on the surface. ​

An adjustment in one part of a system in response to a change that occurred in another part is called ____. ​

A coordinate system can be used to describe a(n)_______________ location. ​

Because physical geography is so broad and complex, the scientific method does not apply. ​

Some environmental changes that occur on Earth accumulate very slowly so that careful scientific study over the long term is required to understand what is occurring.

A conceptual model of a place and its spatial components is called a "mental map". ​

Physical geography is a(n)____ discipline because it includes analyzing and explaining the locations, distributions, patterns, variations, and similarities or differences among phenomena on Earth's surface.

Systems analysis involves defining a system, breaking the system down into its components, and examining how the components interact with one another.

In a systems model, movement of energy or matter into the system is a(n)____. ​

Natural processes, typically of unusual intensity, that put environments and human life or property at risk of damage or destruction are called _______________. (two words)​

A sequence of changes that reinforces the direction of initial change is known as _______________ feedback. ​

Representations of Earth

Earth-Sun Relationships and Solar Energy

The Atmosphere, Temperature, and the Heat Budget

Atmospheric Pressure, Winds, and Circulation Patterns

Moisture, Condensation, and Precipitation

Air Masses and Weather Systems

Global Climates and Climate Change

Low-Latitude and Arid Climate Regions

Middle-Latitude, Polar, and Highland Climatic Regions

Biogeography

Soils and Soil Development

Earth Materials and Plate Tectonics

Tectonism and Volcanism

Weathering and Mass Wasting

Subsurface Water and Karst

Fluvial Processes and Landforms

Arid Region and Eolian Landforms

Glacial Systems and Landforms

Coastal Processes and Landforms

Filters

The mind imagery that we use for understanding our surroundings and experiences are called ____.

Areas identified by distinctive characteristics that distinguish them from surrounding areas are known as ____.

An interconnecting process between two locations or areas is called spatial _______________.

Natural regions can change in size and shape over time in response to environmental changes.

Systems that continually adjust slightly one way or another, within a range of tolerance, as they react to variations in inputs are at ____.

A world globe, or a three-dimensional replica of a region's terrain, is an example of a(n)_______________ model.

Examining where certain natural features are abundant, and where they are rare, is an example of analyzing ____.

How does Earth as a planet compare to an orbiting space station in terms of providing a life support system for its inhabitants? Other than size, what are some of their differences and similarities in terms of habitation?

The lines on maps that depict the boundaries between natural areas or environmental regions generally represent abrupt changes on the surface.

An adjustment in one part of a system in response to a change that occurred in another part is called ____.

A coordinate system can be used to describe a(n)_______________ location.

Because physical geography is so broad and complex, the scientific method does not apply.

A conceptual model of a place and its spatial components is called a "mental map".

In a systems model, movement of energy or matter into the system is a(n)____.

Natural processes, typically of unusual intensity, that put environments and human life or property at risk of damage or destruction are called _______________. (two words)

A sequence of changes that reinforces the direction of initial change is known as _______________ feedback.