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Who coined the term 'Geography'?
The term Geography was first introduced during the Roman civilization.
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What are the two Greek words that make up the term Geography?
Geo and Graphos
According to the Concise Oxford Dictionary, Geography is the science of the earth’s _______.
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Study Notes
Introduction to Geography
- The term "Geography" originated during the peak of Greek civilization.
- It is derived from two Greek words: “Geo” meaning earth, and “Graphos” meaning writing.
Eratosthenes and Early Definitions
- Eratosthenes (276-194 B.C) coined the term Geography, describing it as the study of the earth.
- His definition is considered general compared to modern geographical studies.
Notable Definitions by Scholars
- Alexander Von Humboldt (1769-1859): Defined geography as a synthesizing discipline that connects general and particular through measurement, mapping, and regional emphasis.
- Concise Oxford Dictionary (1964): Adopted geography as the science of the earth’s surfaces.
- Robert Hartshorne (1899-1992): Described geography as a branch of knowledge focused on providing accurate, orderly, and rational descriptions of distributions on the earth’s surface.
- Margaret Yeates (1968): Defined geography as a science concerned with developing and testing theories that explain and predict the spatial distribution and locations of phenomena on the earth.
Evolution of Geographical Understanding
- Definitions reflect the evolving scope and concerns of geography over time.
- Contemporary geography encompasses a wide range of themes, interests, and methodologies.
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Explore the origins of the term 'Geography' and its definition during the peak of Greek civilization. Learn about notable figures like Eratosthenes who shaped the discipline. This quiz will test your knowledge on the roots and evolution of geographic study.
