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Environmental Geography

Environmental Geography examines the interactions between human societies and their physical environments throughout history. It explores how different cultures have shaped their landscapes, utilized natural resources, and responded to environmental changes. This field overlaps with history by analyzing how past events, such as industrialization or colonization, have impacted ecosystems and communities. In geography, it emphasizes spatial patterns of human-environment relationships, revealing how location influences environmental issues like climate change, urbanization, and resource management. Overall, it seeks to understand the complex dynamics of nature and society over time, informing sustainable practices for the future.