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.
Pushing the Boundaries of Geospatial: New Books from Esri Press
Three recent publications from Esri Press: Mapping the Deep, The Geography of Hope, and The Power of Where.
Automating a London Tube Style Transit Map of the World
Researchers used OpenStreetMap data to automate the creation of a global transit map, featuring schematic layouts inspired by the iconic London Tube map.
Study: Cities at Higher Latitudes Benefit More from Urban Vegetation Cooling
Study in Nature Communications examined cooling benefits of urban vegetation in 468 cities to see where parks and greenery benefit residents most.
How Many States Are Along the East Coast and West Coast of the United States?
Learn how many states are along the East Coast and how many states are along the West Coast.
Biases in Measuring Vegetation Greenness with Satellite Imagery
"Greenness" measures vegetation health and density, often using NDVI, reflecting plant vitality and changes due to climate or land use.