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California: Physical Divisions

As California is the third largest state, behind Alaska and Texas, and runs almost 1400 kms from north to south. It is not surprising that it offers a contrasting landscape and a diverse topography. California’s general coastline is 840 miles … Continue reading →

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The Origin of Geomorphology: An Opinion

Ancient Greek and Roman philosophers wondered how mountains and other surface features in the natural landscape had formed. Aristotle, Herodotus, Seneca, Strabo, Xenophanes, and many others discoursed on topics such as the origin of river valleys and deltas, and the … Continue reading →

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Endogenetic and Exogenetic Forces and Evolution of Landforms: Some Terms

Endogenetic forces are forces resulting from dynamic processes operating beneath the crust of the Earth. They cause: Diastrophism: Lifting of a large part of the crust in elevation Orogeny: Folding, warping, faulting in the crust which may occur as a … Continue reading →

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Agricultural Regions of North America

North America benefits greatly from its fertile soils, plentiful freshwater, oil and mineral deposits, and forests. With a strong domestic and export economy focused on this abundant array of natural resources, North America has become one of the most developed regions in the world. From the freezing Arctic to the tropical jungles of Central … Continue reading →

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