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Meaning of "physical geography" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY

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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY

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Physical geography is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY MEAN IN ENGLISH?

physical geography

Physical geography

Physical geography is one of the two major sub-fields of geography. Physical geography is that branch of natural science which deals with the study of processes and patterns in the natural environment like the atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and geosphere, as opposed to the cultural or built environment, the domain of human geography. Within the body of physical geography, the Earth is often split either into several spheres or environments, the main spheres being the atmosphere, biosphere, cryosphere, geosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and pedosphere. Research in physical geography is often interdisciplinary and uses the systems approach.

Definition of physical geography in the English dictionary

The definition of physical geography in the dictionary is the branch of geography that deals with the natural features of the earth's surface.

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY

physical
physical activity
physical anthropology
physical chemistry
physical education
physical examination
physical exercise
physical fitness
physical handicap
physical jerks
physical medicine
physical science
physical therapist
physical therapy
physical training
physicalism
physicalist
physicalistic
physicality
physically

WORDS THAT END LIKE PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY

autobiography
bibliography
biography
calligraphy
choreography
chromatography
cinematography
computed tomography
cryptography
crystallography
discography
filmography
geography
historiography
oceanography
photography
pornography
tomography
topography
typography
videography

Synonyms and antonyms of physical geography in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «physical geography» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY

Find out the translation of physical geography to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of physical geography from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «physical geography» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

自然地理
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

geografía física
570 millions of speakers

English

physical geography
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

भौतिक भूगोल
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

الجغرافيا الطبيعية
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

физическая география
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

geografia física
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

শারীরিক ভূতত্ত্ব
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

géographie physique
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Geografi fizikal
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

physikalische Geographie
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

自然地理学
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

물리적 지리
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Geografi fisik
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

địa lý vật lý
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

உடல் புவியியல்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

भौगोलिक भूगोल
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

fiziksel coğrafya
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

geografia fisica
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

geografia fizyczna
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

фізична географія
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

geografie fizică
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

φυσική γεωγραφία
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

fisiese geografie
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

naturgeografi
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

fysisk geografi
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of physical geography

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY»

The term «physical geography» is regularly used and occupies the 81.749 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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Principal search tendencies and common uses of physical geography
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «physical geography» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «physical geography» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about physical geography

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY»

Discover the use of physical geography in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to physical geography and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Fundamentals of Physical Geography
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James Petersen, Dorothy Sack, Robert Gabler, 2014
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Physical Geography: A Self-Teaching Guide
Packed with useful, up-to-date information, this clear, concise volume is a valuable learning tool and reference source for anyone who wants to improve his or her understanding of physical geography.
Michael Craghan, 2011
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Fundamentals of Physical Geography
This primary text, designed for undergraduate courses, provides a modern approach to the fundamentals of physical geography by linking process, form, and effect.
David John Briggs, Peter Smithson, 1986
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Physical Geography
With a renewed focus on examining relationships and processes among Earth systems, this text helps students understand like never before how the various systems interrelate and how humans are an integral aspect of geography.
Robert Gabler, James Petersen, L. Trapasso, 2008
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The Dictionary of Physical Geography
This edition has been substantially updated with the help of an advisory board of international experts in a range of key areas.
David S. G. Thomas, Andrew S. Goudie, 2009
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Physical Geography: Great Systems and Global Environments
The physical geography of Earth is explained through the systems that shape the planet's lands, waters, and atmosphere.
William M. Marsh, Martin M. Kaufman, 2012
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An Introduction to Physical Geography and the Environment
The second edition of this best-selling and highly respected textbook provides an accessible and engaging introduction to the major topics within physical geography.
Joseph Holden, 2008
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Introducing Physical Geography, 6th Edition
The 6th edition of Introducing Physical Geography is known for its clear writing, distinctive photos and illustrations and a strong supplements program.
Alan H. Strahler, 2013
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Science, Philosophy and Physical Geography
This text explores the relationship between philosophy, science and physical geography, addressing an imbalance between a philosophically enriched human geography and a perceived philosophically ignorant physical geography.
Robert Inkpen, Graham Wilson, 2013
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Illustrated Dictionary of Physical Geography
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Henry T. Conserva, 2004

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term physical geography is used in the context of the following news items.
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UPSC Civil Services GK update - Physical Geography: Geomorphic …
Current affairs is an important component of several competitive exams such as the UPSC Civil Services Examination, SSC CGL, Bank PO and ... «PaGaLGuY, Jul 15»
2
Preparing for next flood
Dr Ian Fuller is the associate professor in physical geography at Massey University in Palmerston North. He has expertise in river dynamics and ... «Wanganui Chronicle, Jul 15»
3
18 Map Sections Delivered To Cambodian Mission in New York
Cambodian border officials have said that some maps can be hard to read, in terms of physical geography, making border demarcation difficult. «VOA Khmer, Jul 15»
4
The Meltdown of the Global Order
Simply put, he said, international relations boiled down to the intersection of unchanging physical geography with the vagaries of human ... «Foreign Policy, Jul 15»
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UPSC Civil Services GK update - Physical Geography: The Rocks …
Current affairs is an important component of several competitive exams such as the UPSC Civil Services Examination, SSC CGL, Bank PO and ... «PaGaLGuY, Jul 15»
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When All Have the Bomb
The physical geography of our nation will also change in a fundamental way. Dispersal: The most important key to survival in the forthcoming ... «American Thinker, Jul 15»
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UPSC Civil Services GK update - Physical Geography: Rocks and …
Current affairs is an important component of several competitive exams such as the UPSC Civil Services Examination, SSC CGL, Bank PO ... «PaGaLGuY, Jul 15»
8
DII Men's Track & Field Scholar Athletes of the Year & All-Academic …
Stevens, a senior earth science/physical geography major with a 3.27 cumulative GPA, is a track Scholar Athlete for the second time in his ... «U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association, Jul 15»
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Q&A: Rachel Massaro on Silicon Valley's economic challenges
Favorite book is "Introduction to Physical Geography" textbook from college freshman year. Favorite activity is spending time with friends and ... «San Jose Mercury News, Jul 15»
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UPSC Civil Services GK update - Physical Geography : The Earth …
Current affairs is an important component of several competitive exams such as the UPSC Civil Services Examination, SSC-CGL, Bank PO, ... «PaGaLGuY, Jul 15»

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