FUNDAMENTALS OF PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY (FIFTH EDITION): Revised and Enlarged

Book Details

• Author: Majid Husain

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• ISBN: 9788131609613

• Binding: Paperback

• Release Date: 01-12-2018

• Pages: 884

• Sale Territory: India

• Languages: English

About the Book
This thoroughly revised fifth edition of Physical Geography by Majid Husain offers an in-depth study of the spatial and temporal characteristics of Earth's physical environment. The book explains the natural systems and their processes, making it an essential resource for students, especially those preparing for competitive exams like the Indian Administrative Services (IAS) and the National Eligibility Test (NET). The edition includes three new chapters and over eighty new maps and diagrams to enhance learning and understanding.

The book is written in a clear and simple manner, complemented by illustrative maps, diagrams, and photographs. It also provides special features to clarify complex concepts. This updated textbook is ideal for physical geography courses and offers insights into contemporary environmental challenges.

Contents

• The Universe

• The Solar System

• Origin of the Earth

• Geological History of the Earth

• Basic Concepts of Geomorphology

• Interior of the Earth

• Continental Drift and Plate Tectonics

• Theory of Isostasy

• Crustal Formation and Deformation Processes

• Rocks

• Volcanoes

• Earthquakes

• Mountains, Plateaus, and Plains

• Lakes

• Geomorphic Processes

• Fluvial Processes: Rivers and Related Landforms

• Drainage Patterns

• Cycle of Erosion

• Planation of Surfaces

• Glaciers and Glacial Landforms

• Aeolian Landforms

• Groundwater Landforms

• Work of Sea Waves and Coastal Landforms

• Climatology

• Global Energy and Temperatures

• Atmospheric Pressure and Circulation

• The Monsoon

• Local Winds

• Humidity, Clouds, and Precipitation

• Air Masses, Fronts, and Cyclones

• Hydrologic Cycle and Water Resources

• Classification of Climates

• Climatic Change

• Applied Climatology

• Soils

• Ecosystems and Biomes

• Configuration of the Oceans

• Oceans: Temperature and Salinity

• Ocean Deposits

• Ocean Currents and Tides

• Coral Reefs and Atolls

• Catastrophes and Natural Hazards

• Environmental Degradation and Management

About the Author
Majid Husain is a former Professor of Geography at Jamia Millia Islamia (Central University), New Delhi. He is renowned for his ability to simplify complex geography concepts for students and civil services aspirants. Dr. Husain's books, such as Evolution of Geographical Thought, World Geography, Human Geography, and Geography of Jammu and Kashmir, are widely recognized as authoritative texts and reference works in both India and abroad.