Absolute location - The exact spot on Earth where something is located, often given in coordinates like latitude and longitude or as an address., Diffusion - The process by which something (like an idea, culture, or technology) spreads from one place to another over time., Distance decay - The concept that things (like ideas or activities) are less likely to spread or be influenced as they get farther from their origin (hearth)., Place - A specific point on Earth that is defined by its unique physical and human characteristics., Patterns - The arrangement or spread of things across space, helping geographers identify trends or organization., Relative location - A place's position in relation to other places, using directions like "north of" or "near" to describe it., Site - Refers to the physical and human features of a location, like its climate, landforms, infrastructure, land use, etc., Situation - Refers to how a place is connected to other locations, including its accessibility, transportation routes, and economic ties. It shows how a place interacts with its surroundings., Space - The area or distance between two places, which can help explain how things are organized on Earth., Time-space compression - The idea that as technology improves, it feels like places are getting "closer" because communication and travel are faster., Toponym - The name given to a place, which can often tell us something about the history, geography, or culture of a place.,

1.4 Spatial Concepts

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