Morphostructural approach to study of erosion rest stance of rocks (with special reference to the Pevek massif)

Abstract

Present state of knowledge in lithological factor of relief-formation is discussed. Morphostructural approach to the problem is considered with special reference to the litho-morphostructural studies at the Pevek Massif (NW Chukchi Peninsula). The degree of structural heterogeneity of massis proved to be most important factor which controlled desintegration of individual rock types as well as erosion within the whole massif. The paper discusses also the genesis of geomorphic indicators of ore-controlling structures at -the Pevek massif.