Geography: The Study of Earth and its Complexities
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What is the etymology of the word 'geography'?

  • It comes from the Greek words 'Geo' (The Earth) and 'Graphien' (to describe) (correct)
  • It is a combination of French and German words for 'earth science'
  • It is derived from the Sanskrit term for 'land exploration'
  • It originates from Latin words meaning 'study of Earth'
  • What is the primary focus of geography as a discipline?

  • Understanding Earth and its human and natural complexities (correct)
  • Analyzing the history of human settlements
  • Exploring the universe beyond Earth
  • Studying only the physical features of the planet
  • When was the first recorded use of the word 'geography'?

  • In a scientific paper by Babylonian astronomers
  • During the Renaissance period in Europe
  • In an ancient Chinese manuscript about land exploration
  • As a title of a book by Greek scholar Eratosthenes (276–194 BC) (correct)
  • What are the core concepts consistent between all approaches in geography?

    <p>Focus on space, place, time, and scale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How broad is geography as a discipline today?

    <p>Extremely broad with multiple approaches and modalities</p> Signup and view all the answers

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