physiography
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But his reputation rests more securely on his explanation of the stratigraphy, structural geology and physiography of North America, Europe and Asia as the record of continental developments.
From Time Magazine Archive
The central feature of physiography is the so-called erosion cycle or topographic cycle.
From The Economic Aspect of Geology by Leith, C. K. (Charles Kenneth)
They belong especially in the branch of the science known as physiography.
From The Economic Aspect of Geology by Leith, C. K. (Charles Kenneth)
However, on the last night of the examinations, I had some conversation with one of the students as to the subjects required for physiography.
From Men of Invention and Industry by Smiles, Samuel
The relation of physiography to human history—what might be called the moral of geography—was not taught at all, or was touched upon in an unimpressive manner.
From The Promised Land by Antin, Mary
