Settlement in Ireland (Junior Cert Geography): Flashcards
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What influences the pattern of human settlements?
What influences the pattern of human settlements?
Factors include resources, climate, and accessibility.
Name the three main types of settlement patterns.
Name the three main types of settlement patterns.
Linear, dispersed, and nucleated settlements.
What characterizes a linear settlement?
What characterizes a linear settlement?
Buildings are arranged in a line along transport routes.
Describe a dispersed settlement.
Describe a dispersed settlement.
Buildings are spread out, often found in rural areas.
What defines a nucleated settlement?
What defines a nucleated settlement?
Buildings cluster around a central point like a market.
What factors encourage nucleated settlements in lowlands?
What factors encourage nucleated settlements in lowlands?
Access to resources and transportation in fertile areas.
Why is drainage important for settlements?
Why is drainage important for settlements?
Well-drained areas provide water and fertile soil.
What land quality is preferred for settlements?
What land quality is preferred for settlements?
Areas with well-drained, fertile soil ideal for agriculture.
Where do settlements often form regarding rivers?
Where do settlements often form regarding rivers?
At bridging points where roads cross rivers.
How do natural features affect settlement patterns?
How do natural features affect settlement patterns?
They guide the layout according to transport routes.