15 Questions
What is the main focus of human geography?
Spatial organization and processes shaping the lives of people
How does human geography differ from physical geography?
It draws on the social sciences and humanities for its scientific underpinnings and methods of investigation
What does human geography study?
Interrelationships between people, place, and environment
Which scientific fields are more closely associated with human geography?
Social sciences and humanities
What are the primary concerns of human geography?
Spatial organization and processes shaping the lives and activities of people
What percentage of the Earth's water is salt water?
97%
Where is the majority of the Earth's fresh water found?
frozen in glaciers and polar ice caps
What are the natural sources of fresh water?
surface water, under river flow, groundwater, frozen water
What are some artificial sources of fresh water?
treated wastewater (wastewater reuse) and desalinated seawater
What are some human uses of water resources?
agricultural, industrial, household, recreational and environmental activities
What percentage of the Earth's water is salt water?
97%
Where is the majority of the Earth's fresh water found?
Frozen in glaciers and polar ice caps
What are natural sources of fresh water?
Surface water
What are human uses of water resources?
Agricultural, industrial, household, recreational, and environmental activities
What are artificial sources of fresh water?
Treated wastewater (wastewater reuse) and desalinated seawater
Test your knowledge of human geography with this quiz that explores the interrelationships between people, place, and environment. Learn about spatial and temporal variations across different locations and expand your understanding of the field of human geography.
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