Physical Geography is a comprehensive book covering not only the traditional components of the discipline – geomorphology, oceanography and climatology – but also environment and ecology. The book targets the students pursuing graduate and post graduate courses of various Indian universities.
As Geography is a popular subject opted by aspirants to central and state civil services, care has been taken to include the subject matter relevant to such public examinations.
Features -
• Conceptually designed and well-presented content.
• Focus on patterns and processes operating at various scales in the natural landscape.
• Crystal presentation of basic concepts of physical geography with numerous examples.
• Simple and user-friendly language to comprehend the complexities of the natural landscape.
• Descriptions, classifications, explanations, and interpretations in an objective and scientific manner.
• Physical Geography being a visual discipline the book includes an optimum number of maps and diagrams.
• Each chapter includes case studies or discussion points and discussion questions for better understanding of major concepts.
• The book especially highlights physical processes and conditions with reference of India.
Book Contents -
1. Origin, Structure and Composition of Earth, 2. Geological Structure, 3. Geosynclines and Mountain Building, 4. Continental Drift and Plate Tectonics, 5. Volcanoes and Earthquakes, 6. Fluvial, Karst and Coastal L andforms, 7. Aeolian, Glacial and Periglacial Landforms, 8 Geomorphic Cycle and Landscape Development, 9. Composition and Structure of the Atmosphere, 10. Insolation and Temperature, 11. Atmospheric Pressure and Winds, 12. Humidity, Condensation and Precipitation, 13. Air Masses, Fronts and Cyclones, 14. Climatic Classification, 15. Topography of the Ocean Floor, 16. Temperature, Salinity and Density, 17. Ocean Deposits and Coral Reefs, 18. Ocean Currents and Tides, 19. Soils – genesis, classification and distribution, 20. Distribution of Plants and Animals, 21. Ecosystems and Biomes Glossary,
About The Authors -
Dr. Jitender Saroha is Professor in Geography at Dr B.R. Ambedkar College (University of Delhi). He has also been associated with University Grant Commission as Joint Secretary.
Dr. Surender Singh is a retired Associate Professor from Shivaji College (Delhi University). He obtained his Masters and Doctoral degree from Delhi University and has been a member of faculty for more than four decades.
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