Geography as a Social Science
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Which field of science is devoted to the study of the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of Earth?

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Geography (correct)
  • What is the literal meaning of the word 'geography'?

  • Study of Earth's features
  • Earth science
  • Earth description (correct)
  • Science of the lands
  • Which discipline is considered a bridge between natural science and social science disciplines?

  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Geography (correct)
  • Biology
  • Who was the Greek scholar credited with the first recorded use of the word 'geography'?

    <p>Eratosthenes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which concept in geography can be applied more broadly to other celestial bodies in the field of planetary science?

    <p>Cartography</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a reason why geography is sometimes called a social science?

    <p>Because it deals with people and how they live</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following questions is not asked by geographers who study issues at a local level?

    <p>What are the common physical characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a physical region?

    <p>The Sahara</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not studied as a part of physical geography?

    <p>Artifacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not studied as a part of human geography?

    <p>Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

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