geography
Are Humans Considered Active Partners In Environmental Relationships?
💡 The Answer
- Strabo observed that humans are the active elements in human‑environment partnership.
- This contrasts with the passive role implied by environmental determinism.
- Possibilism emphasizes human intelligence and ability to shape outcomes.
- The concept promotes seeing culture as driven by social, not just physical, factors.
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