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What is the etymological origin of the word 'geography'?
What is the etymological origin of the word 'geography'?
- Rooted in Sanskrit 'geo' and 'graphein' meaning 'earth description'
- Derived from Latin 'geographia' meaning 'study of the earth'
- Combination of Greek words 'Geo' (The Earth) and 'Graphien' (to describe) (correct)
- Derived from Egyptian 'geographein' meaning 'land mapping'
What did Eratosthenes contribute to the field of geography?
What did Eratosthenes contribute to the field of geography?
- He developed the core concepts of geography
- He created the first world map in ancient Babylon
- He introduced the concept of cartography
- He wrote the first book using the word 'geography' (correct)
What does geography seek to understand?
What does geography seek to understand?
- Earth and its human and natural complexities (correct)
- The location of objects on Earth
- The geological composition of the Earth
- The history of Earth's landmasses
What is the relationship between geography and planetary science?
What is the relationship between geography and planetary science?
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How is geography described in relation to natural and social science disciplines?
How is geography described in relation to natural and social science disciplines?
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