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What does physical geography deal with?
What is physical geography also known as?
What does geomorphology focus on understanding?
What is the main focus of technical geography?
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Which branch of geography focuses on the built environment?
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What are the main components of the natural environment that physical geography deals with?
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How does geomorphology contribute to the field of physical geography?
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What are the other two main branches of geography besides physical geography?
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What are the sub-fields of geomorphology?
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How do the three main branches of geography overlap?
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Study Notes
Physical Geography
- Deals with the natural environment and its physical features
- Also known as physiography
Geomorphology
- Focuses on understanding the formation and evolution of landforms
- Contributes to physical geography by studying the processes that shape the Earth's surface
Branches of Geography
- Physical geography: deals with the natural environment and its physical features
- Human geography: focuses on the built environment and human activities
- Technical geography: focuses on the application of geographic techniques and methods
Natural Environment
- Physical geography deals with the following components:
- Atmosphere
- Hydrosphere
- Lithosphere
- Biosphere
- Pedosphere
Sub-fields of Geomorphology
- Fluvial geomorphology: studies rivers and streams
- Glacial geomorphology: studies glaciers and their impact on the landscape
- Coastal geomorphology: studies coastlines and their features
Overlap of Branches
- The three main branches of geography (physical, human, and technical) overlap in their study of the environment and human activities
- Physical geography provides the foundation for understanding the natural environment, while human geography focuses on the impact of human activities on the environment, and technical geography applies geographic techniques to study and manage the environment
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Test your knowledge of landforms, climate patterns, ecosystems, and natural processes with this physical geography quiz. Explore the Earth's natural environment, including the atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and geosphere, and challenge yourself with questions on the processes and patterns that shape our planet.
