This document discusses different types of spatial patterns seen on maps and how to identify them. It identifies patterns in terms of settlement, natural features and resources, natural activities, cultural features, and cultural activities. It also explains that when looking at a map, one should identify the pattern using proper terminology and explain the processes that cause the pattern, and that patterns can be seen at local, regional, and global scales.

1. Spatial
Patterns
Terminology & Concepts in
Geography

2. Patterns
in terms
of…
SETTLE
MENT

3. PATTERNS
IN TERMS
OF…
NATURAL
FEATURES
/ resources

4. Spatial
patterns
in terms
of…
natural
activities

5. Spatial patterns in terms
of…Cultural features

6. Spatial
patterns
in terms
of…
cultural
activities

7. When looking at a map
1.Identify the pattern (tell us
what you see – using
appropriate terminology)
2.Explain the processes that
cause these patterns (tell us

8. Patterns on scale
Local Regional Global