ICSE Class 6 Geography — Flashcards

A: A globe is a three-dimensional spherical model of the Earth. It shows the correct shape, size, and location of continents, oceans, and countries. Unlike maps, a globe is not drawn to scale and only sh

A: A map is a two-dimensional representation of the Earth or a part of it, drawn to scale on a flat surface. It helps us understand locations, directions, distances, and physical or political features. E

A: A sketch is a rough drawing not drawn to scale and used to show general directions or locations. A map is drawn to scale and includes accurate details like directions, distances, and symbols. Example:

A: Landforms are natural features of the Earth's surface, such as mountains, plateaus, plains, and valleys. They are formed by internal and external forces acting over long periods of time. For example,

A: About 29% of the Earth's surface is covered by land, while 71% is covered by water. The Northern Hemisphere has more land, while the Southern Hemisphere is mostly water.

A: The two main processes are: (1) Endogenic (internal) processes like folding, faulting, and volcanic activity that originate inside the Earth, and (2) Exogenic (external) processes like erosion and dep

A: Earth is called the 'Blue Planet' because about 71% of its surface is covered with water. Most of this water is found in oceans and seas, giving Earth a blue appearance when seen from space.

A: A water body is any large accumulation of water on Earth’s surface. Examples include oceans, seas, lakes, and rivers. These can be saltwater or freshwater and play a vital role in the environment and

A: Sea level is the average height of the ocean's surface. It is used as a reference point to measure the elevation of land (like mountains) or depth of oceans. For example, Mount Everest is 8,849 meters