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Who, of the following, defined Human Geography as "Conception resulting from a more knowledge of the physical laws governing our earth and of the rela
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Who, of the following, defined Human Geography as "Conception resulting from a more knowledge of the physical laws governing our earth and of the relations between the living be in habit it" ?

A.

Ratzel

B.

Blache

C.

Taylor

D.

Semple

Correct option is D

Ellen Churchill Semple (1863-1932) was an American geographer who emphasized environmental determinism in human geography. Her 1911 book, "Influences of Geographic Environment," argued that physical factors like climate, topography, and resources significantly shaped human societies and cultures. This quote reflects her belief that a deeper understanding of the Earth's physical laws is crucial for comprehending human geography.

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