Geomorphologic

/dʒiːəmɔːrfəˈlɒdʒɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to geomorphology, the scientific study of Earth's landforms, their shapes, and the processes that create and modify them.

Etymology

From geomorpho- (geo- + morpho-) plus -logic (from Greek logos 'study' or 'reason'). This adjectival form describes anything related to the science of geomorphology.

Kelly Says

Geomorphologic analysis of a coastal cliff can reveal not just its current shape, but its entire history—waves, storms, freezing and thawing cycles, and human activity all leave clues written in stone that scientists can read like pages in a diary.

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