2. Which factors define the land use of a place?
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Answer:
The use of land is determined by physical factors such as topography, soil, climate, minerals and availability of water. Human factors such as population density, available of capital and technology are also important determinants of land use of a place
Explanation:
1.The land use pattern is determined by certain physical factors of the country such as topography, climate and soil types. The availability of geographical area determines its uses by the country. In India we have various forms of land like plains, plateaus, mountains, etc., which are kept in mind before planning the land use pattern.
2.There are certain human factors also affecting the land use pattern. They include population density of the country, technological capability and, culture and traditions of the country, etc. The economic development of the country depends on the technological development of the country thus leading to the planning of land use pattern.