Geography Challenge

The word 'geography' is derived from the Greek words 'Geo' (The Earth) and 'Graphien' (to describe).

The Greek scholar Eratosthenes (276–194 BC) is credited with the first recorded use of the word 'geography'.

Geography seeks to understand Earth and its human and natural complexities, including how objects have changed and come to be.

<p>Yes, many concepts in geography can be applied to other celestial bodies in the field of planetary science.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Geography has been described as 'a bridge between natural science and social science disciplines'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>97%</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>frozen in glaciers and polar ice caps</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>surface water, under river flow, groundwater and frozen water</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>treated wastewater (wastewater reuse) and desalinated seawater</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>agricultural, industrial, household, recreational and environmental activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Water scarcity, water pollution, water conflict, and climate change.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fresh water is considered renewable because it can be replenished through natural processes such as rainfall and the water cycle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The world's supply of groundwater is steadily decreasing, with depletion occurring.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Only three percent of the Earth's water is fresh water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Human uses of water resources include agricultural, industrial, household, recreational, and environmental activities.</p> Signup and view all the answers