Areal (adjective)

Relating to an area or to areas.

Origin:

From the latin word "area" meaning "open space" or "ground" and the suffix "-al" meaning "pertaining to".

Examples:

1. The areal distribution of the species is widespread.
2. The areal extent of the flood was vast.
3. Areal photographs can provide detailed information about a landscape.
4. The areal density of the population is high in the city center.
5. The areal extent of the forest fire was considerable.