Geography Challenge
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Geography Challenge

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What is the etymology of the word 'geography'?

  • From French 'géographie' meaning 'study of the Earth'
  • Combination of Greek words 'Geo' (The Earth) and 'Graphien' (to describe) (correct)
  • Derived from Latin 'geographia'
  • Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Bhugol' meaning 'Earth sphere'

    • What is the significance of geography in relation to other scientific disciplines?

  • It is exclusively focused on natural science
  • It serves as a bridge between natural science and social science disciplines (correct)
  • It has no relevance to other scientific disciplines
  • It is primarily concerned with technological advancements

    • What is the primary focus of geography as a field of science?

  • Exploration of outer space
  • Understanding the history of human civilizations
  • Investigation of marine life and ecosystems
  • Study of the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of Earth (correct)

    • To what period does the earliest attempted world map date back to?

    <p>9th century</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the first known scholar to use the word 'geography'?

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

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