Klapchuk M. Dynamics of geomorphologic processes of the mountain part of the Prut catchment area.

The thesis studies the dynamics of geomorphologic processes of the mountain part of the Prut catchment area. Particularities of the geomorphologic structure of the area were explored; field studies (including stationary ones) of the geomorphologic processes were conducted; quantitative indexes obtained as a result of the field studies were analyzed. Regularities of the manifestations of the geomorphologic processes, their territorial differentiation and dynamics in the mountain part of the Prut River during 1960-2011 were comprehensively researched. Morphometric maps and skeleton maps of the geomorphologic processes propagation dynamics were compiled. The comprehensive study conducted made it possible to regionalize the territory under study in terms of developmental character and propagation of geomorphologic processes. Recommendations aimed at reducing the negative impact of geomorphologic processes on human life were developed, and forecasts for further development of geomorphologic processes in the mountain part of the Prut catchment area were made.