Geography Quiz

Geography is a field of science that studies the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of Earth.

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

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

<p>Greek scholar Eratosthenes (276-194 BC) is credited with the first recorded use of the word 'geography'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>While geography is specific to Earth, many concepts can be applied more broadly to other celestial bodies in the field of planetary science.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Rock Cycle is the continuous process of how rocks are formed, weathered, and transformed into different types of rocks over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The three main types of rocks in the Rock Cycle are igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Heat and pressure cause physical and chemical changes to occur in existing rocks, transforming them into metamorphic rocks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>During the weathering process, rocks are broken down into smaller pieces by physical or chemical means.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>No, interactives on the webpage cannot be downloaded.</p> Signup and view all the answers