14 Questions
When was the first recorded use of the word 'geography'?
276–194 BC by Greek scholar Eratosthenes
What are the core concepts of geography consistent between all approaches?
Space, place, and scale
What is geography?
The study of Earth and its human and natural complexities
What is the relationship between geography and planetary science?
Many concepts in geography can be applied to other celestial bodies in planetary science
When did the earliest attempts to understand the world spatially date back to?
9th century BCE in ancient Babylon
What has geography been called in relation to natural and social science disciplines?
'A bridge between natural science and social science disciplines'
What are the three main branches of geography as a discipline?
Human geography, physical geography, and technical geography
Which of the following is NOT considered a technique employed in geography?
Meteorology
What does the interdisciplinary nature of the geographical approach depend on?
The relationship between physical and human phenomena
What is NOT considered to be geography?
Names of places
In what way does human geography largely focus?
On the built environment and human interaction with space
Which type of geography examines the natural environment and its components?
Physical geography
What does integrated geography combine?
Human and environmental geography
What is the primary focus of technical geography?
Studying geographic information systems (GIS)
Test your knowledge about the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of Earth with this geography quiz. Explore the complexities of Earth's human and natural elements, and discover the broader applications of geographical concepts to other celestial bodies.
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