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The geology and geomorphology of Northeast Asia are briefly described, including the most important relief and hydrologic components. The basic geological setting, structural foundation, stratigraphy, tectonics, sedimentary and volcanic development, and present geological processes are briefly introduced.
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Košťáik, M., Krestov, P.V., Okitsu, S. (2003). Basic Geomorphological and Geological Characteristics of Northeast Asia. In: Kolbek, J., Šrůtek, M., Box, E.O. (eds) Forest Vegetation of Northeast Asia. Geobotany, vol 28. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-017-0143-3_3
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