Germorphology - Intro Flashcards
1
Q
What is geomorphology? What does it study specifically?
A
It is the study of landforms. Specifically, the origin, evolution, form, and spatial distribution of landforms.
2
Q
What are the two types of processes in geomorphology?
A
- Endogenic
2. Exogenic
3
Q
How are landscapes formed?
A
Through interactions between endogenic and exogenic processes
4
Q
What is the “rock cycle”?
A
Look at book for answer
5
Q
What are the 3 major rock types?
A
Look at book for answer
6
Q
What are plate tectonics?
A
An endogenic process
