Raling Panlipunan: Heograpiya Quiz

Study Notes

Geography

Two branches of geography:
- Physical Geography: Studies natural processes and features.
- Human Geography: Examines human activities and their impact on the environment.
Location:
- Relative Location: Describes a place in relation to others.
  - Bisinal Location: Located on land.
  - Insular Location: Located in water.
Movement: Refers to the interaction and connectivity between places.
Regions:
- Functional Region: Organized around a focal point, with relationships to that core.
- Formal Region: Defined by official boundaries and shared characteristics.
- Vernacular Region: Perceived regions based on people's beliefs and feelings.
Cardinal and Intercardinal Directions:
- Cardinal Directions: North (N), South (S), East (E), and West (W).
- Intercardinal Directions: Northeast (NE), Northwest (NW), Southeast (SE), and Southwest (SW).

Earth's Structure and Composition

Earth is shaped like an oblate spheroid, bulging at the equator.
Axis is tilted at 23.5 degrees, affecting seasonal changes.
Rotation: It takes 24 hours for the Earth to complete one spin.
Revolution: The Earth takes approximately 365¼ days to orbit the Sun.
Internal structure of Earth consists of:
- Crust: Earth's outer layer.
- Mantle: Layer beneath the crust.
- Core: Innermost part, composed of iron and nickel.

Major Lines on the Globe

Equator: Divides the Earth into Northern and Southern Hemispheres.
Prime Meridian: Divides the Earth into Eastern and Western Hemispheres.
Parallels and Latitude: Circles around the Earth, measuring distances north or south of the Equator.
Meridians and Longitude: Lines running from pole to pole, measuring distances east or west of the Prime Meridian.

Special Lines on the Globe

Tropic of Cancer: Located at approximately 23.5° N latitude.
Tropic of Capricorn: Located at approximately 23.5° S latitude.
Arctic Circle: Latitude at approximately 66.5° N.
Antarctic Circle: Latitude at approximately 66.5° S.
International Date Line (IDL): An imaginary line that separates one calendar day from the next.

Continents of the World

Asia: The largest continent, known for its diverse cultures and environments.
Europe: Noted for historical significance and economic influence.
Australia: Known for unique wildlife and indigenous cultures.
Americas:
- South America: Home to the Andes and Amazon Rainforest.
- North America: Features diverse ecosystems and significant urban development.

Geography

Two branches of geography:
- Physical Geography: Studies natural processes and features.
- Human Geography: Examines human activities and their impact on the environment.
Location:
- Relative Location: Describes a place in relation to others.
  - Bisinal Location: Located on land.
  - Insular Location: Located in water.
Movement: Refers to the interaction and connectivity between places.
Regions:
- Functional Region: Organized around a focal point, with relationships to that core.
- Formal Region: Defined by official boundaries and shared characteristics.
- Vernacular Region: Perceived regions based on people's beliefs and feelings.
Cardinal and Intercardinal Directions:
- Cardinal Directions: North (N), South (S), East (E), and West (W).
- Intercardinal Directions: Northeast (NE), Northwest (NW), Southeast (SE), and Southwest (SW).

Earth's Structure and Composition

Earth is shaped like an oblate spheroid, bulging at the equator.
Axis is tilted at 23.5 degrees, affecting seasonal changes.
Rotation: It takes 24 hours for the Earth to complete one spin.
Revolution: The Earth takes approximately 365¼ days to orbit the Sun.
Internal structure of Earth consists of:
- Crust: Earth's outer layer.
- Mantle: Layer beneath the crust.
- Core: Innermost part, composed of iron and nickel.

Major Lines on the Globe

Equator: Divides the Earth into Northern and Southern Hemispheres.
Prime Meridian: Divides the Earth into Eastern and Western Hemispheres.
Parallels and Latitude: Circles around the Earth, measuring distances north or south of the Equator.
Meridians and Longitude: Lines running from pole to pole, measuring distances east or west of the Prime Meridian.

Special Lines on the Globe

Tropic of Cancer: Located at approximately 23.5° N latitude.
Tropic of Capricorn: Located at approximately 23.5° S latitude.
Arctic Circle: Latitude at approximately 66.5° N.
Antarctic Circle: Latitude at approximately 66.5° S.
International Date Line (IDL): An imaginary line that separates one calendar day from the next.

Continents of the World

Asia: The largest continent, known for its diverse cultures and environments.
Europe: Noted for historical significance and economic influence.
Australia: Known for unique wildlife and indigenous cultures.
Americas:
- South America: Home to the Andes and Amazon Rainforest.
- North America: Features diverse ecosystems and significant urban development.

Description

Test your knowledge of geography with this quiz focusing on its two main branches: Physical Geography and Human Geography. Explore concepts of location, movement, and different types of regions, including formal, functional, and vernacular. Perfect for students studying geography in Raling Panlipunan.