Geography Flashcards
(10 cards)
What is the definition of geography?
Geography is the study of the Earth’s landscapes, environments, and the relationships between people and their environments.
True or False: Geography only focuses on physical features of the Earth.
False
Fill in the blank: The line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres is called the ______.
Equator
Which of the following is a type of map projection? A) Mercator B) Newton C) Einstein
A) Mercator
What is the capital city of France?
Paris
List three major climate zones.
Tropical, Temperate, Polar
True or False: The Prime Meridian is located at 0 degrees longitude.
True
What do we call the layer of gases surrounding the Earth?
Atmosphere
Which continent is known as the ‘Dark Continent’?
Africa
Identify the term: The natural features of the Earth’s surface, including mountains, valleys, and plains.
Landforms