Geography Basics
Geography is the study of the Earth’s physical and human features, their spatial relationships, and the processes that shape them. It is a broad and interdisciplinary field that incorporates elements of natural science, social science, and the humanities.
Geographers seek to understand the complex interactions between the natural environment and human societies, and the ways in which these interactions vary across different regions and cultures.
This category contains articles about introductory concepts in geography. Find resources, books, lesson plans, and maps for teaching geography to all ages. A fun way to learn about geography is through the use of quizzes which are also listed in this category.
The Adams Event – Did Polar Drift Cause Climate Change 42,000 Years Ago?
Some 42,000 years ago, Earth went through several centuries of dramatic climate change and environmental chaos.
Introduction to Geography: Exploring The World Around Us
Geography is the science that studies the Earth and the physical and human influences that shape it.
What are the Branches of Geography?
Geography is divided into two main branches: human geography and physical geography.
Geography of Time Zones
A time zone is a region of the Earth that uses the same standard time, which is commonly referred to as the local time.
What is the AP Human Geography Exam?
The AP Human Geography exam requires in depth knowledge and analytical skills in a range of topics in the sub-branch of geography.
Blue Moon on Halloween 2020
For the first time since 2001, October will have two full moons.
How to Recycle Sneakers
There are a few options for recycling or donating your old sneakers.
What are the Top Geography Programs in 2020?
The latest QS World University Rankings by Subject reveal updated rankings for Geography departments around the world.
The Geography Lesson (Portrait of Monsieur G. and His Daughter)
The Geography Lesson is a fine art painting by French painter Louis-Léopold Boilly from 1812.
South Atlantic Anomaly: A Growing Dent in the Earth’s Magnetic Field
NASA is tracking a dent in the Earth's magnetic field.
Free Digital Geography Books
Springer has over 60 open access digital geography books.
What is the Difference Between Elevation and Altitude?
The geography terms altitude and elevation have slightly different meanings.
Voyant: Online Text Analysis Tool
Voyant is an online text analysis tool that allows users to enter one or more URLs, a block of text, or a set of text documents, and see the results of terminology used.
GeoQuiz: Pioneering Geographers
Take this quiz to test how well you know about the contributions of these geographers.
Researchers Estimate Triples the Number of People Affected by Sea Level Rise
New estimates from Climate Central estimate that 340 million to 480 million people would be affected by flooding in coastal areas due to sea level rise.
First High Resolution Map of the U.S. Food Supply Chain
A team of researchers used data from several federal sources and the Oak Ridge National Laboratory to produce the first high resolution map of how food moves around the United States.
Studies Show Acid Rain May Make Trees Thirstier
The Forest Service created an artificial environment in a forest in West Virginia to study how acid rain could influence processes in that forest.
Africa’s First Vertical Urban Forest
Vertical forests are buildings that integrate natural resources like trees, shrubs, and food-producing plants into spaces that can also be used as housing or offices.
What’s on the Other Side of the World?
The spot diametrically opposed to a location on Earth is called the antipode.
What Skills Does a Geographer Need?
To be a successful geographer, certain skills are needed in order to be able to understand the Earth’s physical environment as well as human patterns and processes.
The Wide Impact of Tropical Cyclone Idai
The effects of Tropical cyclone Idai were felt as far south as South Africa
The First Color Images of the Earth from Space
The first color photographs of the full-disk view of the Earth were taken in 1967
These Two Species Are No Longer Extinct
Recently, two formerly extinct species were separately discovered to still be living.
What Can You do with a Degree in Geography?
A good geographer should have knowledge of human-environment relationships, spatial and statistical analysis skills, proficiency in data visualization and strong communication skills.
Geography Extremes
Find geography facts about the hottest, coldest, tallest, remote places on Earth.