Question

which pair of scientific fields would be most useful in investigating human activities and their impact on the environment?
a. physics and chemistry
b. meteorology and hydrology
c. anthropology and sociology
d. geophysics and geography

Explanation:

Option A focuses on physical/chemical systems, not human-environment interactions. Option B is centered on atmospheric and water systems, not human activities. Option C studies human societies and cultures, but not their environmental impact directly. Option D combines geophysics (which examines Earth's physical systems) and geography (which includes human-environment interactions, a core focus of human geography), making it the best pair for investigating human activities and their environmental effects.

Answer:

D. Geophysics and geography