Political Geography and Geopolitics · Political Systems

Boundaries and Border Disputes

Examining the different types of boundaries and the reasons why they are often contested.

Key Questions

  1. 1How do physical boundaries like rivers create unique legal challenges between states?
  2. 2What are the primary causes of maritime border disputes in the South China Sea?
  3. 3How do walls and fences affect the ecosystems and economies of border regions?

Common Core State Standards

C3: D2.Geo.5.9-12C3: D2.Civ.14.9-12
Grade: 10th Grade
Subject: Geography
Unit: Political Geography and Geopolitics
Period: Political Systems

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