Mastering Geomorphology

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What is the definition of geomorphology?

Geomorphology is the scientific study of the origin and evolution of the relief features of the earth.

Who popularized the term 'geomorphology'?

The American geologist William Morris Davis popularized the term 'geomorphology'.

What are the three Greek words that form the term 'geomorphology'?

The three Greek words that form the term 'geomorphology' are 'ge' (earth), 'morphe' (form), and 'logo' (a discourse).

What is the subject code for the Principles of Geomorphology course?

The subject code for the Principles of Geomorphology course is PGGEO101. Signup and view all the answers

What are some other branches of Physical Geography?

Some other branches of Physical Geography include climatology, biogeography, and oceanography. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms to their correct definitions:

Geomorphology = The scientific study of the origin and evolution of the relief features of the earth Geographical Cycle = Also known as Davis cycle, proposed by American geologist William Morris Davis Neocatastrophism = A development of geomorphic thought PRINCIPLES OF GEOMORPHOLOGY SUBJECT CODE = PGGEO101 Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their corresponding units in the Principles of Geomorphology course:

Nature, scope and content of Geomorphology = Unit- I Introduction to Geomorphology Geological Evolution of Earth and Geological time scale = 1.2 Development of geomorphic thought, Catastrophism, Uniformitarianism, Neocatastrophism = 1.3 Geomorphology = An important branch of Physical Geography Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Greek words to their English meanings used in the term 'geomorphology':

ge = earth morphe = form logo = a discourse Signup and view all the answers

Match the following names to their contributions in the field of Geomorphology:

William Morris Davis = Popularized the term 'geomorphology' and proposed the 'geographical cycle' Vaishanavi jadhav = Author of 'PRINCIPLES OF GEOMORPHOLOGY' Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their related fields:

Geomorphology = Physical Geography Catastrophism, Uniformitarianism, Neocatastrophism = Development of geomorphic thought Ge = Greek word used in the term 'geomorphology' Davis cycle = Concept in Geomorphology Signup and view all the answers