Geography GCSE

Distribution

What Distribution means in Geography GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.

Definition of Distribution

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The geographical spread or location of a resource across the Earth's surface.

Pearson Edexcel · The patterns of the distribution and consumption of natural resources varies on a global and a national scale (study guide)

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The patterns of the distribution and consumption of natural resources varies on a global and a national scale (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)

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