Definitions
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- adjective Of or pertaining to
geomorphology ;geomorphological
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- adjective pertaining to geological structure
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Examples
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There are three principal geomorphologic types in the ecoregion: alluvial plains of recent origin, low mountains formed by the relatively recent dissection of sediments from the Tertiary and Pleistocene periods, and the complexes in mountain areas consisting of mesozoic rocks.
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The nominated World Heritage site includes three distinct geomorphologic units, each one corresponding to different geologic phases: (a) Pre-Cambrian metamorphic and magma gneiss outcrops forming round-shaped hills, which are the oldest and highest formations, and are located most distant from the sea.
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The extreme climate and varied geomorphologic conditions have assisted, nevertheless, to develop a significant diversity of landscapes and habitats adapted to drought.
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The historical alternation between wetter and drier periods, and their accompanying geomorphologic processes have led to the unique morphologic structure and steep sided valleys of the Tassili-n-Ajjer.
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The ecoregion contains a number of geomorphologic features with different origins:
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The site is mainly affected by geomorphologic factors, particularly cliff erosion.
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The major geomorphologic feature is the unusual ridged fields of De Geer (‘washboard’) moraines, especially in Core Area A, formed by the melting of the continental ice sheet.
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It includes two main geomorphologic regions: the Coastal Belt and the Transition Zone.
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This system, formed between the Tertiary and Lower Upper Quaternary, is the main geomorphologic feature of this region.
Aegean and Western Turkey sclerophyllous and mixed forests 2008
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The park comprises three geomorphologic zones: the volcanic High Andes, eastern foothills and alluvial fans.
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