Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
physiography
Noun
/ˌfɪziˈɒɡrəfi/
Definition
The branch of physical geography that deals with the description of the Earth’s surface and its physical features.
Examples
- The physiography of the region includes mountains, rivers, and plains.
- Understanding the physiography is essential for studying environmental changes.
- She wrote a thesis on the physiography of coastal areas.
Meaning
Physiography focuses on the natural landscape of the Earth, including landforms, climates, vegetation, and processes that shape the environment.
Synonyms
- Physical geography
- Earth science
- Geography
