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Internal Boundary

Definition

An internal boundary is a physical or abstract line that separates different regions within a country, such as states, provinces, territories, etc.

Related terms

Administrative Division: This refers to a portion of a country or other geographical area established for the purpose of government. Administrative divisions are each granted certain powers and responsibilities by national law.

Federalism: This is a system where power is divided between national and regional governments. In this system, regions within a country have some level of self-governance.

Autonomous Region: This is an area within a country that has freedom from an external authority. It usually has its own local government, but it's still under the sovereignty of the central state.

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Study guides (1)

AP Human Geography - 4.6 Internal Boundaries

Practice Questions (10)

What type of border is present when an internal boundary is based on language differences?
What internal boundary led to the creation of two distinct areas - East Germany and West Germany post World War II?
What effect could an internal boundary based on physical geography have on communication within a country?
Which internal boundary is most likely to create conflict due to its cultural significance?
Which phenomenon best illustrates an internal boundary shifting due to a cultural landscape change over time?
Which term refers to an internal boundary that divides people based on culture or ethnicity?
Which term refers to an internal boundary set along physiographical features such as rivers, mountains, or deserts?
Which scenario would likely result from a poorly managed internal boundary within a nation?
Which scenario best exemplifies the dispute over an internal boundary leading to armed conflict?
What case study best represents the influence of an internal boundary on economic disparities?

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