urbanization
the process of the growth and development of cities
monarchy
a form of government in which a single ruler, usually a king or queen, has complete control over a country
democracy
a form of government in which power is vested in the people, who typically elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf
industrialization
the process of transforming an economy from one primarily based on agriculture to one based on manufacturing and industry
globalization
the process of increased interconnectedness and integration among countries through the exchange of goods, ideas, and cultures
sustainability
the ability to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
colonization
the establishment and control of a territory by a foreign power, often with the intent to exploit its resources
migration
the movement of people from one place to another, often due to economic, social, or environmental factors
imperialism
a policy or practice of extending a nation's power through territorial acquisition or economic domination of other countries
revolution
a sudden and dramatic change, often associated with the overthrow of a government or social system
civilization
an advanced culture that includes cities, science, and industry
culture
a way of life
culture region
regions in which groups of people have a similar way of life
glacier
a thick sheet of ice
irrigation
to water crops intentionally instead of relying only on rainfall
surplus
extra, more than is necessary, especially of food
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