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- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Geography_(Human)/Introduction_to_Human_Geography%3A_A_Disciplinary_Approach_3e_(Gaves)/11%3A_Urban_Geography/11.02%3A_Birth_of_CitiesThis page explores how rivers have historically influenced urban development by providing transport and trade routes. It highlights various U.S. cities as break-of-bulk points due to their water bodie...This page explores how rivers have historically influenced urban development by providing transport and trade routes. It highlights various U.S. cities as break-of-bulk points due to their water bodies, showcasing their geographical advantages—like Chicago's canal and New York City's Erie Canal—that facilitated growth.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Economics/Economics_(Boundless)/1%3A_Principles_of_Economics/1.4%3A_Basic_Economic_QuestionsA firm’s production outputs are what it creates using its resources: goods or services.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Geography_(Human)/Introduction_to_Human_Geography%3A_A_Disciplinary_Approach_3e_(Gaves)/11%3A_Urban_Geography/11.03%3A_Urban_MorphologyThis page discusses the distinct urban morphology of Latin American cities, characterized by a radial pattern of socio-economic zones influenced by colonial history. The urban poor often reside in far...This page discusses the distinct urban morphology of Latin American cities, characterized by a radial pattern of socio-economic zones influenced by colonial history. The urban poor often reside in far suburbs, creating informal settlements due to a lack of infrastructure, while the middle class tends to remain near the central business district. This contrasts with North American trends where the middle class migrates to suburbs.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Geography_(Human)/Introduction_to_Human_Geography%3A_A_Disciplinary_Approach_3e_(Gaves)/08%3A_Crime_and_Punishment/8.03%3A_Illegal_SubstancesThis page outlines the significant role of illegal drug and alcohol production in U.S. crime, detailing the historical context of Prohibition and the ongoing issues surrounding moonshine and marijuana...This page outlines the significant role of illegal drug and alcohol production in U.S. crime, detailing the historical context of Prohibition and the ongoing issues surrounding moonshine and marijuana. It highlights the evolution of the marijuana industry in California, the impact of legalization on local growers, and the rise of medical dispensaries.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Geography_(Human)/Introduction_to_Human_Geography%3A_A_Disciplinary_Approach_3e_(Gaves)/11%3A_Urban_GeographyThis page emphasizes the importance of studying urban areas due to the majority of the global population residing in cities. It outlines how each city evolves based on local needs, providing unique en...This page emphasizes the importance of studying urban areas due to the majority of the global population residing in cities. It outlines how each city evolves based on local needs, providing unique environments alongside benefits such as amenities and efficiency. However, urban life also presents challenges like noise and crime. The concept of economies of agglomeration drives people to cities, with many U.S. residents, especially in California, living in urban settings.
