Geography Fundamentals

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What is the study of the Earth's physical features, atmosphere, and human activity called?

  • Geology
  • Biology
  • Astronomy
  • Geography (correct)

Which branch of geography focuses on natural features and processes?

  • Physical geography (correct)
  • Economic geography
  • Political geography
  • Human geography

What is a specific place on Earth identified by coordinates known as?

  • Location (correct)
  • Area
  • Place
  • Region

Which type of region is defined by people's perceptions?

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What does latitude measure?

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Which map projection is known for distorting size but is useful for navigation?

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What is the number of people per unit area known as?

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Which economic sector involves the extraction of raw materials?

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What is the protection and preservation of natural resources known as?

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What type of map uses colors or shading to represent data?

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Geography

The study of Earth's physical features, atmosphere, and human activity.

Physical Geography

Focuses on natural features and processes of the Earth.

Human Geography

Studies human activity and its impact on the planet.

Environmental Geography

Examines the interactions between humans and the environment.

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Location

A specific place on Earth, identified by coordinates.

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Absolute Location

A fixed point on Earth using latitude and longitude.

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Relative Location

Describes a place in relation to other places.

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Place

The physical and human characteristics of a location.

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Region

An area with similar characteristics.

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Movement

The flow of people, goods, and ideas.

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