Geography - 4. What is Physical Geography?

What is the main focus of physical geography?

• Human geography

• Characteristics of the environment

• Chemistry

• Biology

Which of the following is NOT one of the major Earth systems in physical geography?

• Biosphere

• Atmosphere

• Hydrosphere

• Geosphere

What is the world's largest coral reef located off the northeastern coast of Australia?

• Red Sea Coral Reef

• Maldives Reef

• Great Barrier Reef

• Hawaiian Reef

What is the study of soil types and how they form called?

• Meteorology

• Botany

• Geology

• Pedology

Which of the following is NOT a sphere in physical geography?

• Mantle

• Biosphere

• Atmosphere

• Lithosphere

What is the study of atmosphere and weather patterns over time called?

• Climatology

• Ecology

• Oceanography

• Seismology

Which of the following is a characteristic of Iceland's topography?

• Deserts

• Tropical rainforests

• Volcanic activity

• Flat plains

What is the study of the distribution of plants and animals in an area called?

• Zoology

• Botany

• Entomology

• Biogeography

What is the main source of energy that drives the Earth's systems according to the text?

• Geothermal energy

• Wind energy

• Nuclear energy

• Solar radiation

Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing Iceland's climate?

• Atmospheric energy

• Amazon Rainforest

• Magma

• North Atlantic Drift Current