GEOG 1F90 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Spatial Network, Economic Geography, Economies Of Agglomeration
27 Sep 2016
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An aggregate measure of the factors in external environment that contribute to quality-of- life . Includes: built environment/aesthetics, amenities & services, opportunities or social interaction. A physical reality and state of mind in which society has secured the means for obtaining a better life : satisfaction of basic human needs and aspirations, range of economic and social choices, quality-of-life . A feeling of well-being, fulfillment, or satisfaction on the part of residents of or visitors to a place clinton andrews. The nature and extent o interconnections and linkages : e. g. , commuting, migration, trade, tourism. Places move closer together as travel time decreases and distance becomes less of a barrier. With time/space convergence has come increased accessibility: the degree of ease with which it is possible to reach a certain location from other locations , varies from place to place. Increased accessibility has led to greater special interaction on a global scale.
