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Endogenous Processes and Associated Landforms

ICSE · Class 11 · Geography

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Topics in Endogenous Processes and Associated Landforms

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1. Endogenetic Forces and Diastrophism

  • Landforms are shaped by two broad groups of forces: endogenetic forces and exogenetic forces.
  • Endogenetic forces work from inside the earth and are responsible for major relief features.
  • These forces can cause rising and sinking of land, volcanoes, and earthquakes.
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2. Folding and Faulting

  • Folding is the bending of horizontal layers of rocks.
  • Folding is caused by compression.
  • When two horizontal forces act towards a common point from opposite directions, rocks are bent into waves.
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3. Mountains

  • Mountains are major second-order landforms formed mainly by internal forces.
  • A mountain is an uplifted part of the earth that stands conspicuously above the surrounding areas.
  • According to Prof. Finch, a mountain is that landblock whose height is atleast 900 metres above sea-level and its slope makes an angle of 25° to 35° with the horizontal plane.
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4. Plateaus

  • A plateau is an elevated area compared to the surrounding land, with a large top surface and steep sides.
  • A plateau is often called table land.
  • According to P.G. Worcester, plateaus are highlands underlain by uplifted horizontal strata.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Endogenetic forces and the landforms they create

Endogenetic forcesDiastrophismEpeirogenetic forcesOrogenetic forcesFoldingFaultingMountainsPlate Tectonic Theory

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What are the important topics in Endogenous Processes and Associated Landforms for ICSE Class 11 Geography?
Key topics in Endogenous Processes and Associated Landforms include Endogenous Processes and Associated Landforms - Concept Overview, Flowchart showing the two main processes of plain formation: erosion and deposition, Mind map showing the two main types of diastrophic forces (vertical and horizontal) and their effects on Earth's crust. These are the concepts ICSE Class 11 examiners draw on most — study them first, then practise related questions.
How to score full marks in Endogenous Processes and Associated Landforms — ICSE Class 11 Geography?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 45 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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