Introduction to Geography: People, Places, and Environment, Global Edition

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ISBN 10: 1-29206-126-X
ISBN 13: 978-1-29206-126-9

Chapter 10 - Cities and Urbanization - Review and Discussion Questions - Page 436: 3

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$\textbf{Site}$ refers to the physical characteristics of the city's location, such as its topography, climate, and access to natural resources. Cities are often founded at sites with access to water, fertile land, or strategic defensive positions. $\textbf{Situation}$ refers to the city's location in relation to its surrounding region and its connectivity to other places through transportation networks. Cities with good situational advantages are well-connected to trade routes, transportation hubs, or centers of economic activity.
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