The Dynamics of Settlement (Leaving Cert Geography): Flashcards
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Definition of 'site'
Definition of 'site'
Land/area where settlement is built
Definition of 'situation'
Definition of 'situation'
Location of settlement relative to surrounding area & towns
What site factors explain
What site factors explain
Why early settlers were initially attracted to a spot
3 benefits rivers provided settlements
3 benefits rivers provided settlements
Drinking water, transport routes, meeting points for trade
Most favourable altitude for settlements
Most favourable altitude for settlements
Below 200 metres
Preferred slope aspect for settlements
Preferred slope aspect for settlements
South-facing (receive more sunshine)
Dry points
Dry points
Locations above flood level with good drainage
Where large Irish coastal settlements developed
Where large Irish coastal settlements developed
Near river mouths or sheltered bays
Natural routeways
Natural routeways
Gaps & valleys formed by rivers & glaciers
Examples of developed routeways
Examples of developed routeways
Motorways and railway lines
Bridging points
Bridging points
River crossing points that attract settlement
Kenmare's elevation
Kenmare's elevation
Gently sloping lowland under 50 metres
Kenmare's situation role
Kenmare's situation role
Route centre where many roads converge