ROLE OF DRAINAGE MORPHOMETRY AND HYPSOMETRY IN THE PROGNOSIS OF BASIN GEOENVIRONMENT - A REVIEW
Reshma R S, Smitha Asok V and Parvathi Suresh L| Journal Title | : | Asian Journal of Multidisciplinary Research |
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| Page No | : | 1-11 |
| Volume | : | 3 |
| Issue | : | 7 |
| Month/Year | : | 7/2017 |
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Abstract
Morphometry and Hypsometry involves the mathematical analysis of landforms which help to implement a comprehensive understanding of its influence in the Geo-environmental setting. Morphometry has been used for the measurement and mathematical analysis of the configuration of the earth’s surface, shape and dimensions of its landforms, in various studies. It examines the linear, geometric, relief and areal aspects of the drainage networks and also requires measurement of the linear features, gradient of streams and slopes of the drainage basin. Similarly, hypsometric analysis helps to examine the tectonics and elevation of the watershed. This paper attempts to review the role of these two metage by perpending the different methodologies and parameters employed in their analysis, using case studies.