1. What are the two main types of Geography? Differentiate between the two.
Physical & Human Geography
Physical geography deals with the natural features and processes of the Earth. It examines the physical characteristics of the environment and how these features and processes shape the planet.
Human geography looks at the relationship between people and their environments. It explores how human activities and cultures shape and are shaped by the physical landscape.
2. List the 5 themes of Geography:
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Movement, Regions (formal, functional, perceptual), Human-Enviro Interactions, Location (Absolute and Relative), Place (Human and Physical characteristics)
3. Define one of these and provide an example:
(go through all 5)
4. Lines of Longitude run in which direction.
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5. Name and describe one of the spheres.
*Atmosphere: This is the layer of gases surrounding Earth. It includes the air we breathe and plays a critical role in regulating temperature and weather patterns.
*Hydrosphere: This includes all of Earth’s water in its various forms—liquid, solid (ice), and gas (vapor). It covers oceans, rivers, lakes, glaciers, and groundwater.
*Lithosphere/Geosphere: This is the rigid outer layer of Earth, including the crust and the upper mantle. It consists of rocks and minerals and forms the ground and landmasses.
*Biosphere: This encompasses all living organisms on Earth, including plants, animals, fungi, and microorganisms. It interacts with the other spheres by affecting and being affected by their processes.
*Cryosphere: Often considered part of the hydrosphere, the cryosphere specifically refers to the frozen water parts of the Earth, like glaciers, ice caps, and sea ice.
