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What is the etymology of the word 'geography'?
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?
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?
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?
To what period does the earliest attempted world map date back to?
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Who was the first known scholar to use the word 'geography'?
Who was the first known scholar to use the word 'geography'?
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