Geography Notes (WASSCE)

Introduction:
The word geography is coined from two Greek words “Geo” mean the earth and “Graph” means to describe. So, Geography can be defined as the description of the earth.
However, geography is more than mere description of the earth. Hence, it is can be defined as the study of the earth’s surface; its topography, climate and physical conditions, and how these factors affect people and society….

Content:
Introduction to Geography
The Earth as a Planet
Latitude & Longitude
Structure of the Earth
Hydrosphere (Water Bodies)
Rocks
Tectonic Processes (Landforms)
Denudational Processes
Weather & Climate
Climate
Vegetation
Soil
The Environment
World Population
Settlement
Transportation & Communication
Economic Activities
Industry
World Trade
Regional Geography of Nigeria
Climate, Vegetation & Soil in Nigeria
Nigeria Population
Resources in Nigeria
Agriculture in Nigeria
Commercial Activities (Trade) in Nigeria
Tourism in Nigeria
Geo-Political Issues (Land Reclamation)
Regional Geography of Africa
Lumbering in Equatorial Africa
Irrigation Agriculture in Nile Basin & Niger Basin
Plantation Agriculture in West & East Africa
Fruit Farming in the Mediterranean Regions of Africa
Mineral Exploitation in Africa
Population Distribution in West Africa
Geographic Information System (GIS)
Map Work
Principles of Elementary Surveying
Statistical Maps & Diagrams
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