The term 'Geography' was coined first time by a Greek scholar _________ in 234BC?
Correct answer: C. Eratosthenes
- A. Herodotus
- B. Thales of Miletus
- C. Eratosthenes
- D. Plato
Explanation
Eratosthenes, a Greek scholar and mathematician, is generally credited with coining the term geography. He also made an early calculation of Earth’s circumference.
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