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Subdivisions of Geography - Coggle Diagram
Subdivisions of Geography
Geography
Physical geography
Climatology
Study of climate and weather patterns, including temperature, precipitation, and atmospheric conditions.
Geomorphology
Examination of landforms, their origins, and how Earth's surface evolves over time.
Biogeography
Analysis of the distribution of plants and animals, their habitats, and ecosystems.
Hydrology
Study of water bodies, including rivers, lakes, and oceans, as well as the movement and availability of water.
Pedology
Investigation of soil properties, formation, and classification, with an emphasis on agricultural and environmental significance.
Oceanography
Research on oceans, encompassing their physical properties, marine life, and currents.
Glaciology
Exploration of glaciers, ice, and their role in shaping landscapes and influencing climate.
Environmental Geography
Assessment of human-environment interactions, sustainability, and natural resource management.
Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
Utilization of technology for spatial analysis, mapping, and data visualization.
Human geography
Cultural Geography
Study of human cultures, including their customs, traditions, language, and spatial distribution.
Economic Geography
Analysis of economic systems, trade, resources, and globalization, examining the spatial aspects of economic activities.
Political Geography
Exploration of political boundaries, geopolitics, and how politics influence the organization of space.
Urban Geography
Research on cities, urbanization, urban planning, and the dynamics of urban areas.
Population Geography
Examination of population distribution, migration, demographics, and their implications for society and space.
Rural Geography
Analysis of rural areas, agriculture, land use, and the challenges facing less urbanized regions.
Transportation Geography
Investigation of transportation networks, infrastructure, and their impact on connectivity and accessibility.
Social Geography
Assessment of societal dynamics, social structures, inequality, and the spatial dimensions of human behavior.
Tourism Geography
Study of travel, tourism destinations, industry, and how tourism affects local and global environments.
Health Geography
Evaluation of the spatial aspects of health, healthcare access, disease distribution, and healthcare disparities.