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What is the etymology of the word 'geography'?
The word 'geography' comes from the Greek words 'Geo' (The Earth) and 'Graphien' (to describe), literally meaning 'earth description'.
What is the main focus of geography as a field of science?
Geography is devoted to the study of the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of Earth, seeking an understanding of Earth and its human and natural complexities.
How has geography been described in relation to other disciplines?
Geography has been called 'a bridge between natural science and social science disciplines.'
Who was the Greek scholar credited with the first recorded use of the word 'γεωγραφία'?
The first recorded use of the word 'γεωγραφία' was by Greek scholar Eratosthenes (276–194 BC).
What is the significance of the earliest attempted world map?
The earliest example of an attempted world map dates back to the 9th century and represents one of the earliest attempts to understand the world spatially.
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