Geography and Technology: GIS, Remote Sensing, GPS

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What is the primary sub-discipline of physical geography that studies the Earth's climate over long time spans?

Climatology

Which field of physical geography studies the spatial pattern of living organisms?

Biogeography

What is the field of knowledge that investigates the origin of landforms on Earth and other planets?

Geomorphology

Which sub-discipline of physical geography studies the scientific study of soil?

Pedology Signup and view all the answers

What do human geographers study in the field of human geography?

Social and cultural aspects of the environment Signup and view all the answers

What is Geographic Information System (GIS)?

Geographic Information System (GIS) is a computer system that stores, organizes, analyzes, and displays geographic data. Signup and view all the answers

How does GIS benefit geographers and analysts?

GIS allows them to visualize data in different ways, identify patterns, and relationships in a given area or subject. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary area where computer technology is utilized in Geography?

Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Remote Sensing, and Global Positioning System. Signup and view all the answers

Give an example of how GIS can be used in the industry.

GIS can be combined with geological tools to aid in the location of oil well sites. Signup and view all the answers

How has computer technology impacted the field of Geography?

Computer technology has expanded the capabilities of Geography by enhancing map making, spatial analysis, and data visualization. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of places described in the text?

Physical places and Human-designed/cultural features Signup and view all the answers

Give an example of how humans adapt to the environment.

People wear suitable clothing for different seasons. Signup and view all the answers

How do humans modify the environment according to the text?

People invent different methods of heating and cooling for comfort. Signup and view all the answers

What is the key concept of human-environment interaction where humans depend on the environment?

Humans depend on the environment for resources such as water and transportation. Signup and view all the answers

What does the theme of Movement describe?

The movement of people (transportation) and ideas (communication). Signup and view all the answers

What are the three basic types of regions in geography and how are they defined?

Formal regions are defined by governmental or administrative boundaries, functional regions are defined by a function, and vernacular regions are defined by people's perception. Signup and view all the answers

What is physical geography and what does it study?

Physical geography deals with the natural features of the Earth and studies features and phenomena on the Earth from a spatial perspective. Signup and view all the answers

How do people interact with each other according to the text?

People interact through travel, trade, information flows (E-Mail), and political events. Signup and view all the answers

What is a 5-Region according to the text?

5-Region is a description of the division of the world's manageable units in terms of the government, language, or landform. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main fields of geography mentioned in the text?

The two main fields of geography are physical geography and human geography. Signup and view all the answers