PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY LABORATORY MANUAL
PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY LABORATORY MANUAL
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780134663302
Author: Hess
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 1LC
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To describe: The differences between the physical geography and human geography.

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Answer to Problem 1LC

Physical geography deals with the naturally originated features of the Earth, whereas human geography deals with the human endeavour.

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The Greek word geography denotes the Earth description. The branch of geography that deals with the elements of Earth have a natural origin that is termed as physical geography. It includes landforms, weather and climate. It is also known as environmental geography.

The branch of geography that deals with human endeavour, such as language and religion are termed as human geography. The term cultural geography is also used sometimes to denote this.

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