The earth's surface constantly changes by natural and human causes. Landforms affect the concentration of population, as well as agricultural and recreational activities. Natural resources often influence the economy of a region.

Originally released by Colman Communications, 2001. Streaming video file encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on April 24, 2015.

The Earth From Space: Observing Patterns (1:33); --Plate Tectonics and Volcanic Eruptions (5:23); -- Physical Processes of Weathering, Erosion and Land Mass Motion (3:40); -- Human Activities That Impact the Earth's Surface (3:15); -- How Landforms Affect Human Activities and Living Patterns (3:15); -- How the Location of Natural Resources Affects Living Patterns and Film Review (3:15); -- Landforms and Living Patterns: A Review (1:53);.