Introduction to Physical Geography

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What does Physical Geography study?

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Physical Geography studies Earth's physical processes across time (past, present, future) and focuses on the interaction of subsystems: Hydrosphere, Geosphere, Atmosphere, Biosphere, Anthroposphere.

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What is the purpose of Topographic Maps?

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Topographic Maps are used to visualize landscapes, elevation, and navigation.

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What are common scales used in Topographic Maps?

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Common scales for Topographic Maps are 1:50,000 and 1:250,000.

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What content is typically found on Topographic Maps?

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Topographic Maps typically include landforms, water bodies, vegetation, infrastructure, and settlements.

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What is the National Topographic System (NTS)?

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In the Canadian context, Topographic Maps are published under the National Topographic System (NTS).

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What are key skills for using Topographic Maps?

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Key skills include orientation using map title, margins, metadata, and adjacent sheet info, and understanding coordinate systems like Latitude/Longitude and UTM Grid.

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What is the source of Solar Energy?

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The source of Solar Energy is nuclear fusion in the Sun.

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How long does it take for solar energy to reach Earth?

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It takes approximately 8 minutes for solar energy to reach Earth.

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What is the Greenhouse Effect?

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The Greenhouse Effect is the trapping of heat via atmospheric gases, warming Earth.

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What causes Earth's seasons?

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Earth's seasons are caused by its axial tilt, revolution, and axial parallelism.