Distance refers to the physical or cultural gap between two locations. It can be measured in terms of space (kilometers) or time (hours).
Imagine distance as the length between two points on a map. Just like measuring how far your house is from the school helps you plan your commute, understanding distances between places helps geographers analyze patterns and interactions.
Accessibility: How easily a location can be reached from other places.
Friction of Distance: The notion that distance creates obstacles or challenges for interaction and diffusion.
Spatial Interaction: The movement and flow of people, goods, ideas, or information between different places.
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