Global Geomorphology

Global Geomorphology
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 1234
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ISBN-10 : 9781317885108
ISBN-13 : 1317885104
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Book Synopsis Global Geomorphology by : Michael A. Summerfield

Download or read book Global Geomorphology written by Michael A. Summerfield and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-05-12 with total page 1234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The plate tectonics revolution in the earth sciences has provided a valuable new framework for understanding long-term landform development. This innovative text provides a comprehensive introduction to the subject of global geomorphology, with the emphasis placed on large-scale processes and phenomena. Integrating global tectonics into the study of landforms and incorporating planetary geomorphology as a major component the author discusses the impact of climatic change and the role of catastrophic events on landform genesis and includes a comprehensive study of surface geomorphic processes.


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