On the initial concepts of geomorphology

Abstract

Terminological systematization in geomorphology requires to define the initial or the most general notions, general terminology of the science, geomorphological survey and mapping practice as well as the determination principle should be taken into account. The initial concepts in geomorphology are the following: 1) the Earth surface defined as the locus which separates lithosphere from the outer spheres of the Earth, 2) components of the surface which are identified according to numerous descriptors, 3) relief (topography) which represents the totality of various parts of the Earth's surface and their interrelations.