Types of Diffusion - AP Human Geography
- What is the relationship between diffusion and innovation?
- Diffusion spreads innovations across populations. New ideas spread through populations via diffusion processes.
- What is reverse hierarchical diffusion?
- Spread of ideas from smaller units to larger units. Ideas flow upward from grassroots to elite levels.
- Which diffusion involves the spread of an underlying principle?
- Stimulus diffusion. Core concept is adopted but adapted to local conditions.
- What is the difference between expansion and relocation diffusion?
- Expansion grows from the origin, relocation involves movement. Expansion stays at origin; relocation requires migration.
- Identify an example of cultural diffusion.
- The spread of cuisine across different regions. Food traditions spread through migration and trade.
- What describes stimulus diffusion in business?
- Adapting a business model to fit local markets. Core business idea modified for different cultures.
- Identify the diffusion type: Fast-food chains worldwide.
- Hierarchical diffusion. Restaurant chains spread from major cities downward.
- What is the definition of contagious diffusion?
- The rapid, widespread diffusion of a feature throughout a population. Person-to-person contact enables rapid idea transmission.
- Identify the diffusion type: Spread of Christianity.
- Hierarchical diffusion. Religion spreads through established authority structures.
- What generally results from stimulus diffusion?
- Adaptation and modification of an idea. Original concepts are changed to fit local needs.
- What is the impact of hierarchical diffusion on global fashion?
- Trends spread from fashion capitals to other areas. Fashion flows from prestigious cities to other areas.
- Which diffusion type is most related to technology?
- Stimulus diffusion. Technology concepts are adapted to different markets.
- What is an example of relocation diffusion?
- The spread of languages through migration. People carry languages when they migrate permanently.
- Identify the diffusion type: Adoption of yoga worldwide.
- Relocation diffusion. Yoga practices spread through immigrant communities.
- What is cultural diffusion?
- The spread of cultural beliefs and social activities. Ideas, practices, and beliefs spread between cultures.
- Identify an example of reverse hierarchical diffusion.
- Walmart stores spreading from rural to urban areas. Business model spreads from rural origins to cities.
- What characterizes expansion diffusion?
- The idea spreads outward from the origin, growing continuously. Ideas remain at origin while spreading outward continuously.
- Which diffusion type is linked to the spread of languages?
- Relocation diffusion. Languages spread when people migrate to new areas.
- What is the role of social media in diffusion?
- Facilitates rapid contagious diffusion of ideas. Digital platforms enable instant global idea transmission.
- What is the result of expansion diffusion?
- An idea spreads widely from the point of origin. Ideas spread outward while remaining at the source.
- What characterizes hierarchical diffusion?
- Spread of ideas through a structured or ranked order. Ideas flow through power structures and status levels.
- What is the definition of diffusion in geography?
- The process by which a characteristic spreads across space. Geographic spread of features, ideas, or innovations.
- Which diffusion type often involves language changes?
- Relocation diffusion. People carry languages when they relocate permanently.
- What is an example of hierarchical diffusion?
- Fashion trends spreading from urban centers to rural areas. Ideas flow from high-status urban centers downward.
- What is an example of stimulus diffusion?
- Adoption of smartphone technology, but with different features. Basic technology concept spreads but with local adaptations.
- Which type of diffusion involves ideas spreading from person to person?
- Contagious diffusion. Direct contact enables rapid widespread transmission.
- Which diffusion type results in cultural melting pots?
- Relocation diffusion. Migrant communities create diverse cultural neighborhoods.
- Identify the process of hierarchical diffusion.
- Spread of an idea from persons or nodes of authority. Ideas flow from influential centers to less influential areas.
- Identify the diffusion type: Spread of sushi in the West.
- Stimulus diffusion. Japanese food concept adapted to Western tastes.
- Which diffusion type is least likely to involve physical movement?
- Contagious diffusion. Ideas spread through communication, not migration.
- What is an example of contagious diffusion?
- The rapid spread of a viral video on social media. Ideas spread rapidly through networks without hierarchy.
- What is the main mechanism of hierarchical diffusion?
- Spread through nodes of power or influence. Ideas flow from centers of authority to periphery.
- What is the significance of diffusion in globalization?
- Enables the spread of ideas and innovations worldwide. Ideas and innovations spread across global networks.
- Which type of diffusion is often associated with cultural traits?
- Relocation diffusion. Cultural practices move with migrating populations.
- What process involves the modification of an idea to fit new contexts?
- Stimulus diffusion. Original idea is changed to fit new cultural contexts.
- Which diffusion type involves the spread of ideas by migration?
- Relocation diffusion. People physically carry ideas to new locations.
- What is the focus of contagious diffusion?
- Spread of a feature rapidly through a population. Ideas spread rapidly through direct person-to-person contact.
- Identify the diffusion type: Spread of a disease.
- Contagious diffusion. Diseases spread through direct person-to-person contact.
- What is the definition of relocation diffusion?
- The spread of an idea through the physical movement of people. People carry ideas when they migrate to new places.
- What is an example of expansion diffusion?
- The spread of a new agricultural technique. New farming methods spread while staying at origin.