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Which discipline seeks to understand the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of Earth?
Which discipline seeks to understand the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of Earth?
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Biology
- Geography (correct)
What is the literal meaning of the word 'geography'?
What is the literal meaning of the word 'geography'?
- Earth science
- Earth description (correct)
- Earth study
- Earth exploration
Which Greek scholar is credited with using the word 'geography' as the title of a book?
Which Greek scholar is credited with using the word 'geography' as the title of a book?
- Socrates
- Eratosthenes (correct)
- Aristotle
- Plato
What does geography seek to understand, apart from the location of objects?
What does geography seek to understand, apart from the location of objects?
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Which discipline has been described as a bridge between natural science and social science disciplines?
Which discipline has been described as a bridge between natural science and social science disciplines?
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What is the etymology of the word 'geography'?
What is the etymology of the word 'geography'?
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When was the first recorded use of the word 'geography'?
When was the first recorded use of the word 'geography'?
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What is the scope of geography?
What is the scope of geography?
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What is the relationship between geography and planetary science?
What is the relationship between geography and planetary science?
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What is geography often described as?
What is geography often described as?
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