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Identify a region where pastoral nomadism is commonly practiced.
Middle East and parts of Africa.
Identify a region where rice farming is a dominant agricultural practice.
Southeast Asia.
Identify a region known for extensive commercial cattle ranching.
The Great Plains of the United States.
Identify a region known for fruit farming.
California.
Identify a region where plantation agriculture is common.
Tropics and subtropics.
Identify a region where the township and range land survey system is used.
United States, particularly in the Midwest and West.
Identify a region where long-lot land division is common.
Regions with French influence, such as Quebec or Louisiana.
Identify a region where terracing is used for agriculture.
Mountainous regions, such as the Andes or Southeast Asia.
Identify a region where irrigation is essential for agriculture.
Arid and semi-arid regions, such as the southwestern United States or parts of the Middle East.
Identify a region that benefited greatly from the Green Revolution.
India and Mexico.
What are the causes and effects of the Green Revolution?
Causes: Need to increase food production. Effects: Increased yields, environmental degradation, and social inequality.
What are the causes and effects of deforestation for agriculture?
Causes: Need for more farmland. Effects: Soil erosion, habitat loss, and climate change.
What are the causes and effects of irrigation?
Causes: Need for water in dry areas. Effects: Increased crop yields, water depletion, and soil salinization.
What are the causes and effects of the rise of agribusiness?
Causes: Globalization and technological advancements. Effects: Increased efficiency, loss of small farms, and environmental concerns.
What are the causes and effects of climate change on agriculture?
Causes: Greenhouse gas emissions. Effects: Changes in growing seasons, increased droughts, and altered crop yields.
What are the causes and effects of soil degradation?
Causes: Overgrazing, deforestation, and intensive farming. Effects: Reduced soil fertility, decreased crop yields, and increased erosion.
What are the causes and effects of pesticide use in agriculture?
Causes: Need to protect crops from pests. Effects: Increased crop yields, environmental pollution, and health risks.
What are the causes and effects of urbanization on agricultural land?
Causes: Population growth and economic development. Effects: Loss of farmland, increased food prices, and changes in rural landscapes.
What are the causes and effects of government policies on agriculture?
Causes: Economic and political goals. Effects: Subsidies, trade barriers, and regulations that influence agricultural production and trade.
What are the causes and effects of consumer demand for organic food?
Causes: Concerns about health and the environment. Effects: Increased organic farming, higher prices, and changes in agricultural practices.
What is the First Agricultural Revolution?
The transition from nomadic hunter-gatherer societies to settled agricultural communities through the domestication of plants and animals.
What is the Second Agricultural Revolution?
The introduction of new technologies and farming techniques during the Industrial Revolution, leading to increased agricultural productivity.
What is the Third Agricultural Revolution (Green Revolution)?
A period of increased agricultural production worldwide, particularly in the developing world, during the late 20th century, due to high-yield crops and fertilizers.
What is the Von Thunen Model?
A model that explains agricultural land use patterns based on transportation costs and market location; closer to the market, more intensive farming.
What is the Global System of Agriculture?
A complex network of economic, political, and social relationships that shape food production, distribution, and consumption worldwide.
Explain the concept of distance decay in relation to the Von Thunen model.
As distance from the market increases, the intensity of agricultural land use decreases due to higher transportation costs.
Describe the key characteristics of the Green Revolution.
Increased use of high-yield seeds, chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation to boost agricultural output.
What are the main differences between extensive and intensive agriculture?
Extensive agriculture uses less capital and labor relative to land, while intensive agriculture uses more capital and labor relative to land.
How does climate influence agricultural practices?
Climate determines which crops can be grown in a particular region; e.g., humid tropics for some crops, moderate climates for others.
What role does demand play in agricultural choices?
Demand influences what crops are grown and where, with more developed countries often purchasing luxury foods like tropical fruits and beef.