The Path of the Tropical Cyclone Guambe: Satellite Image Map

The Path of the Tropical Cyclone Guambe: Satellite Image Map

The Path of the Tropical Cyclone Guambe: Satellite Image Map: Tropical Cyclone Guambe, the third tropical cyclone to make landfall in Mozambique since December 2020, followed the paths of Cyclone Eloise and Tropical Storm Chalane. It originated from a tropical disturbance in the Mozambique Channel on 10 February and developed into a subtropical depression two … Read more

Asthenosphere – the layer of the earth that is in a semi-molten state

Asthenosphere - the layer of the earth that is in a semi-molten state

A question may come in your Geography exam asking you to identify the layer of the earth that is in a semi-molten state. First of all, it is important to understand the structure of the earth. The earth’s structure consists of the following layers: Crust: Continental Crust, Oceanic Crust Mantle: Upper Mantle, Lower Mantle Core: … Read more

Why do mid-latitude cyclones move from West to East

Why do mid-latitude cyclones move from West to East

On this page we will discuss why mid-latitude cyclones move from West to East. What is Mid-latitude cyclone? Mid-latitude cyclones are huge weather systems that occur most often during the winter season in the United States. These low pressure areas pop up easily during winter because of the large temperature difference between the equator and the … Read more

Drought in KZN: Hypothesis and Background Information

Drought in KZN: Hypothesis and Background Information

Drought in KZN: Hypothesis and Background Information. Drought is a recurring natural phenomenon that poses significant challenges to agricultural productivity, water resources, and socioeconomic stability in various regions around the world. The province of KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) in South Africa has been grappling with severe drought conditions, leading to adverse consequences for both rural and urban … Read more

How to Calculate Magnetic Declination in Geography

How to Calculate Magnetic Declination in Geography

How to Calculate Magnetic Declination in Geography (magnetic declination formula calculations) : First of all, let’s understand what Magnetic Declination is. The angle between magnetic north and true north is what called magnetic declination. Magnetic declination is also referred to as magnetic variation. Magnetic declination can also be understood as the difference in degrees between True North … Read more

Rural Settlement Grade 12 Geography Revision Notes

Rural Settlement Grade 12 Geography Revision Notes What is Rural settlement in South Africa? What characterises a rural settlement in South Africa are the following: Farmstead: A single farm and outbuildings Hamlet: A loose grouping of a few farmsteads Village: A denser grouping of many farmsteads Rural settlements are the smallest settlements which are unifunctional. … Read more

#TEN Sustainable Solutions that could be Implemented to Minimize the Impact of the Cyclones

TEN Sustainable Solutions that could be Implemented to Minimize the Impact of the Cyclones

On this page, we propose sustainable solutions that could be implemented to minimize the impact of the cyclones, more especially in the Southern Africa region. Cyclones, also known as hurricanes or typhoons, depending on their location, pose a significant threat to life, property, and natural ecosystems. While they are natural phenomena that we cannot stop, … Read more