Physical Geography

Physical geography is the study of the Earth's natural features and processes, focusing on how they shape our planet. It examines landscapes, climates, vegetation, and water systems, as well as how these elements interact. In planetary science, it looks at similar processes occurring on other planets. Geodesy measures Earth's shape and gravitational field, hydrology studies water movement and distribution, and glaciology explores glaciers and ice dynamics. Together, these fields help us understand the Earth's systems, environmental changes, and their impact on ecosystems and human life.