Dec 13, 2025 · geography, the study of the diverse environments, places, and spaces of Earth ’s surface and their interactions. It seeks to answer the questions of why things are as they are, where they are.

Jan 1, 2026 · Geographia generalis (1650), Varenius’s best-known work, sought to lay down the general principles of geography on a wide scientific basis according to the knowledge of the day.

3 days ago · To the northeast, similar upland areas of low relief, but with domes of crystalline rock standing above the general level, dominate the Olary Spur.

3 days ago · The main lines of Canadian landforms continue well into the United States, intimately linking the geography of both countries. To create such a large country, Canadians had to forge …

2 days ago · Brazil, country of South America that occupies half the continent’s landmass. It is the fifth largest and fifth most-populous country in the world. Brazil contains most of the Amazon River basin, …

Jan 7, 2026 · The northern half of Guam, for example, is a coralline limestone plateau with a general elevation of about 500 feet (150 metres), while the mountains in the southern half of the island, …

1 day ago · This article treats the physical and human geography and history of Italy. For discussion of Classical history, see the articles ancient Italic people and ancient Rome.

4 days ago · In general, the various regional ranges and hills run parallel to the Himalayas’ main axis. Those are especially prominent in the northwest, where the Zanskar Range and the Ladakh and …

1 day ago · This article treats the physical and human geography of Europe. For discussion of individual countries of the continent, see specific articles by name—e.g., Italy, Poland, and United Kingdom.

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