Overview
Urbanization significantly impacts geomorphology by altering landforms and natural processes. As cities expand, they change the landscape through construction, increased impervious surfaces, and altered water flow. These changes can lead to soil erosion, flooding, and the urban heat island effect, w...
Key Terms
Example: The rapid urbanization of cities like Tokyo.
Example: Geomorphology helps us understand river valley formations.
Example: Heavy rainfall can lead to soil erosion in urban areas.
Example: Urbanization can disrupt natural drainage patterns.
Example: Cities like Los Angeles experience the urban heat island effect.
Example: Forests being converted into residential areas.
Related Topics
Climate Change and Urban Areas
Explores how urbanization contributes to climate change and its effects on cities.
intermediateSustainable Development Goals
Discusses the global goals aimed at promoting sustainable urban environments.
intermediateEnvironmental Impact Assessment
Covers the process of evaluating the environmental effects of urban projects.
advancedKey Concepts
land use changesoil erosionwater drainageurban heat island effect