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Introduction
C.J. Cox
GEOGRAPHY
Geo = earth
graphy = to scribe, draw, or
map
the science of location
the study of spatial relationships,
(context &interconnectedness)
an integrated science that uses
knowledge from many disciplines
Physical Geography
Geography: The study of where things
are.
July 3
January 3
91,000,000 miles 94,000,000 miles
EARTHS
ROTATION
Rotation or
Spinning
An gl e
of
Inclination
EARTH,
How hot is it?
Insolation (in
(incoming
coming solar
solar radiation
radiation))
Cloud cover
Altitude
Land or water
Everywhere else,
rays are diffused
What causes the seasons?
Volunteers?