7.

Why is it difficult to create accurate maps of Earth?
(1 point)

It is impossible to accurately depict the actual size of objects on Earth's surface.
There is an inherent difficulty in depicting any three-dimensional object in a two-dimensional format.
Maps always exaggerate the relative size and importance of European countries.
The surface of Earth is constantly changing.

8.

In what way is geography an integrative science?
(1 point)

Geography is an integrative science because it examines Earth in both physical and human terms.
Geography is,

There is an inherent difficulty in depicting any three-dimensional object in a two-dimensional format.
Geography is an integrative science because it examines Earth in both physical and human terms.

Explanation:

1. It is difficult to create accurate maps of the Earth because our planet is a sphere, and maps need to be represented in two dimensions. Whenever we turn a three dimensional object into a two dimensional one, we are going to deal with innacuracy. It is impossible to accurately represent all the characteristics of the planet in a map (size, distance, etc.). Therefore, each map focuses on a single element to the detriment of others.

2. Geography is an integrative science because it brings together information from various areas of study. Physical geography studies things such as topography, meteorology and the natural environment, while human geography studies the relationship between humans and their natural environment.