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Uniformitarianism

For Uniformitarianism we have terms and definitions in 4 topics. The topics are Anthromorphemics, Anthropology, Physical Geography and Science.



Uniformitarianism (Anthromorphemics)

The principle which states that physical forces working today to alter the earth were also in force and working in the same way in former times.


Uniformitarianism (Anthropology)

The principle which states that physical forces working today to alter the earth were also in force and working in the same way in former times.


Uniformitarianism (Physical Geography)

Is a theory that rejects the idea that catastrophic forces were responsible for the current conditions on the Earth. The theory suggested instead, that continuing uniformity of existing processes were responsible for the present and past conditions of this planet.


Uniformitarianism (Science)

The principle that states that no ancient geological process may be invoked that could not be observed to be in operation in historical times.


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