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Tectonic Uplift
The vertical movement of Earth's crust due to tectonic forces, causing land to rise above sea level.
Definition
The vertical movement of Earth's crust due to tectonic forces, causing land to rise above sea level.
Word Origin
From Greek "tekton" meaning "builder"
Examples
- •Himalayan uplift
- •Rocky Mountains formation
- •Alpine orogeny
Synonyms
orogenyuplifttectonic elevation
Category Information
Category:process
Difficulty:intermediate
Last Updated:1/1/2024
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