Planet Earth Geography Quiz

The first recorded use of the word γεωγραφία was as a title of a book by Greek scholar Eratosthenes (276–194 BC).

The word 'geography' is derived from the Greek words 'Geo' (The Earth) and 'Graphien' (to describe), literally meaning 'earth description'.

Geography is described as an all-encompassing discipline that seeks an understanding of Earth and its human and natural complexities—not merely where objects are, but also how they have changed and come to be.

<p>Geography has been called 'a bridge between natural science and social science disciplines.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The earliest example of an attempted world map dates back to the 9th century.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>earth description</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the study of the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of Earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>many concepts in geography can be applied to other celestial bodies in the field of planetary science</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Eratosthenes (276–194 BC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the 9th century</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The word 'geography' is derived from the Greek words 'Geo' (The Earth) and 'Graphien' (to describe), literally meaning 'earth description.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Geography is a field of science devoted to the study of the lands, features, inhabitants, and phenomena of Earth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Geography seeks an understanding of Earth and its human and natural complexities—not merely where objects are, but also how they have changed and come to be.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Many concepts in geography can be applied more broadly to other celestial bodies in the field of planetary science.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The first recorded use of the word 'γεωγραφία' was as a title of a book by Greek scholar Eratosthenes (276–194 BC).</p> Signup and view all the answers