Geography Reference
In-Depth Information
Use patterns
Recreation needs
Climate
Watersheds
Elevations
Industrial locations
Settlement locations
may lead to information about
Floodplains
Availability of clean water
Irrigation
Pollution (potential and existing)
Natural Resources
Natural resources are both finite and necessary for the survival of humans and the maintenance of
quality of life. Some natural resources are renewable with proper management, while others will simply
run out. A continuing supply of information is necessary for a proper evaluation of how we should use
our resources wisely.
Storage of geographic (and other) data about the following:
Forests
Mineral sources
Energy sources
Rivers, streams, lakes
Wildlife and fish
Agriculture
Harbors
Geology
may lead to information to facilitate
Timber management
Preservation of agricultural land
Conservation of energy resources
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