GEO DICTIONARY


Aspect: direction which the land is facing


Situation


Situation refers to the location of the settlement in relation to the surrounding area and other towns. Modern growth and expansion of settlements depend on their situation in relation to: l


ACTIVE LEARNING


1. Discuss the site and situation of Dingle using the OS map, Fig. 4.35 on page 129.


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Natural routeways: These are naturally formed landscapes which allow for the construction of communications. These natural features include gaps and valleys created by rivers and glaciers, which first attracted settlers.


Developed routeways: These refer to transport lines which have developed over time as the settlement expanded, e.g. motorways, railway lines.


CASE STUDY F Te Site and Situation of Kenmare


In this Case Study we will look at the physical factors that have impacted the site of Kenmare and its situation in relation to access to the settlement.


Site From the OS map of Kenmare (Fig. 4.29 on page 120), we can see that the town developed on gently sloping lowland of under 50 m, as seen by the widely spaced contour lines. To the north and south of Kenmare, upland regions above 200 m are unsuitable for settlement. Kenmare is built on the northern bank of the Kenmare River, which would have been chosen by early settlers due to the fertile alluvial soils which were formed by annual winter floods. Tese soils are fertile and easily worked, making the site a perfect location for growing food.


Te river could also be used as a mode of transport and for trade with surrounding areas, while also providing a source of food and fresh water. Te flat land allows for the easy construction of housing and communication links. Te gentle relief has also allowed for the town to expand along the riverbank, with evidence of settlement developing along the southern bank also, such as that visible at V 91 69.


Situation


Kenmare is a route centre for many roads, both major and minor. Tese include the national routes (N70 and N71), the regional routes R569 and R571 and a network of third-class primary roads. Terefore, Kenmare could develop as a market town for its agricultural hinterland, making it a nodal point. Te pier at V 906 701 suggests that the town has a fishing industry or boating activities for the tourist industry. Te V 911 706 hostel suggests that the town has a tourist function. Te mountains to the north and south of Kenmare mean that it is sheltered from strong winds.


104 ELECTIVE 5 PATTERNS AND PROCESSES IN THE HUMAN ENVIRONMENT


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Case Study is written in exam-answer style.


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