Geography

Diastrophism is the large-scale deformation of Earth’s crust by natural processes, which leads to the formation of continents and ocean basins, mountain systems, plateaus, rift…

Endogenic Processes The energy emanating from within the earth is the main force behind endogenic geomorphic processes. These processes include tectonic movements of the crust,…

The surface of the earth is uneven First of all, the earth’s crust is dynamic. You are well aware that it has moved and moves…

Geomorphic process You would like to know the meaning of geomorphic processes. The endogenic and exogenic forces causing physical stresses and chemical actions on earth…

Rock Cycle Rocks do not remain in their original form for long but may undergo transformation. Rock cycle is a continuous process through which old…

Non-Metallic Minerals Non-metallic mineral reserves consist of stone quarries and clay and sand pits; chemical and fertilizer mineral deposits; salt deposits; deposits of quartz, gypsum,…

Metallic Minerals A mineral is a solid, naturally occurring combination of inorganic substances. Metallic minerals are minerals which contain one or more metallic elements. It…

The earth is composed of various kinds of elements. These elements are in solid form in the outer layer of the earth and in the…

Major Elements of the Earth’s Crust The earth is composed of various kinds of elements. These elements are in solid form in the outer layer…

Rates of Plate Movement The strips of normal and reverse magnetic field that parallel the mid-oceanic ridges help scientists determine the rates of plate movement.…