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"What is Culture"

Definition

"What is Culture" refers to the exploration and understanding of culture, which is a complex system of knowledge, beliefs, art, morals, laws, customs and any other capabilities acquired by people as members of society.

Related terms

Cultural Diffusion: The spread of cultural beliefs and social activities from one group to another.

Cultural Landscape: A geographic area including both cultural and natural resources associated with a historic event, activity or person often considered heritage resources.

Material Culture: Physical objects, resources and spaces that people use to define their culture.

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  • AP Human Geography - 3.4 Types of Cultural Diffusion

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