Open AccessMarker profiles of the loess-soil series as complex geological monuments
Author(s) -
Iryna Chernets
Publication year - 2012
Publication title -
vìsnik lʹvìvsʹkogo unìversitetu. serìâ geografìčna
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2415-7201
pISSN - 2078-6441
DOI - 10.30970/vgg.2012.40.2112
Subject(s) - loess , natural (archaeology) , loess plateau , series (stratigraphy) , geology , natural heritage , stratotype , valuation (finance) , geography , archaeology , geomorphology , soil science , paleontology , tourism , stage (stratigraphy) , finance , economics
The main definitions of the term “marker profile” have been given, the most optimal definition has been proposed, a valuation of significance of the marker profiles of the loess-soil series has been accomplished, its scientific, educational, touristic, functional, ecological and aesthetic values have been substantiated. The theme of geoconservation have been considered, also the necessity of the protection of the marker profiles of the loess-soil series as a complex natural monuments have been еmphasized. They are unique objects, deserving to be in the list of World geological heritage. Key words: marker profiles, loess-soil series, geologo-geographical objects, complex natural monument, stratotype.