Geography
Geography is an incredible subject that explores the intricate relationships between people and their environments. It provides insight into the physical landscapes of our planet, from majestic mountains to expansive oceans, as well as the human activities that shape these spaces. Through the study of geography, we can understand the dynamics of climate change, urban development, and cultural diversity. This discipline not only enhances our knowledge of the world but also fosters a sense of connection to it. By examining maps, spatial patterns, and geographic data, we can uncover the stories that define different regions and communities. Ultimately, geography enriches our understanding of global issues and encourages us to think critically about the challenges facing our planet today.
Let’s start with Earth: Our amazing unusual home.
1 Earth is approximately 147 MILLION KILOMETERS from the sun, so light takes roughly 8 minutes and 19 seconds to reach us.
Earth isn't a perfect sphere. It's more like a squashed ball, bulging out at the Equator because of its rotation and the force of gravity.
The moon is not the Earth's only company. The asteroid 3753 CRUITHNE takes the same amount of time to orbit the Sun as the Earth does, but its orbit is different so it looks as if Cruithne and Earth follow each other.
The temperature at Earth's core is the same as the temperature on the surface of the Sun.
Earth is the only planet whose name doesn't come from Greek or Roman mythology. It basically means “the ground” in Old English and Germanic languages.
2 In the southern hemisphere, hurricanes rotate clockwise, while in the northern hemisphere, they rotate anti-clockwise, due to the Coriolis Force.
The largest hurricane on record, Typhoon Tip, occurred in 1979 in the northwest Pacific and was around 2,220 kilometers, nearly half the size of the United States.
When a hurricane reaches land, it often produces a "storm surge," where high winds drive the sea towards the shore, causing water levels to rise and creating large crashing waves.
Limnic eruptions, also known as lake overturns, are a very rare type of natural hazard where dissolved carbon dioxide suddenly erupts from deep lake waters, forming a gas cloud capable of killing (suffocating) wildlife, livestock, and humans.
3 Did you Know Pigeons Can Do Maths….
Or Sperm Whales Sleep Standing Up?
Chameleons have tongues that are at least as long as their bodies, allowing them to grab prey in a fraction of a second.
Earthworms have both male and female parts, but still need two to reproduce.
Elephants can smell water from about 12 miles away, and can even dig deep into dry riverbeds to create makeshift wells.
Blue Whales have a heart that can weigh as much as a car (around 400 pounds).
Bees can recognize human faces.
4 Global warming is destroying the planet. Earth needs to be here so our lives are protected. The more global warming, the less time to live. E.g, deforestation. The more people cut down trees, the less air we have, endangering us and animals. Here are some more examples.
Hotter temperatures. As greenhouse gas concentrations rise, so does the global surface temperature. ...
More severe storms. ...
Increased drought. ...
A warming, rising ocean. ...
Loss of species. ...
Not enough food. ...
More health risks. ...
Poverty and displacement.
Global warming is going to kill everything if we don't do something. People carelessly do things which will not help, like littering, smoking and using lots of oil and gas. To stop Earth from becoming polluted with this, you need to help. Get into action!