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Physical Geography Foundations

Physical Geography

A collection of factual questions regarding global geography, measurements, and geological landmarks.

geography science earth

8 Questions Easy Ages 5+ Aug 18, 2026

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1 How many continents are officially recognized on Earth by most geographical standards?

2 What is the approximate percentage of the Earth's surface covered by water?

A 51%
B 61%
C 71%
D 81%

3 In which year was the first satellite image of the Earth from space officially captured?

A 1946
B 1957
C 1969
D 1972

4 Mount Everest, the world's highest peak, has an official elevation of approximately how many meters?

A 7,848
B 8,848
C 9,848
D 10,848

5 How many major oceans are recognized on the planet Earth?

6 The Prime Meridian passes through which famous observatory located in London?

A Royal Observatory, Greenwich
B London Observatory
C City Observatory
D British Astronomical Center

7 What is the approximate circumference of the Earth at the Equator in kilometers?

A 30,075 km
B 40,075 km
C 50,075 km
D 60,075 km

8 Which layer of the Earth, located beneath the crust, makes up approximately 84% of the Earth's volume?

A Outer Core
B Inner Core
C Lithosphere
D Mantle

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