Situation
What Situation means in Geography GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definitions of Situation
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
The location of a settlement in relation to its surrounding environment, including other settlements, transport routes, and physical features.
The location of a settlement in relation to its surrounding features and other places.
Topics that use Situation
- The context of the chosen developing country or emerging country city influences its functions and structure (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
- The context of the chosen UK city influences its functions and structure (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- Connectivity
- Site
- Urban-Rural Fringe
- Central Business District (CBD)
- Gentrification
- Informal Settlement
- CBD (Central Business District)
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