Geography GCSE
Physical geography influences
What Physical geography influences means in Geography GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Physical geography influences
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Reference: AQA
Flat, low-lying areas with milder climates attract denser settlement, whereas mountainous regions remain sparsely populated.
Topics that use Physical geography influences
- Section A: Urban issues and challenges (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Biodiversity
- Conservation
- Counter-urbanisation
- Deindustrialisation and economic shift
- Ecological footprint
- Economic insecurity
- Employment
- Energy conservation
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