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diastrophism

 

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Noun diastrophism has 1 sense
  1. diastrophism - the process of deformation that produces continents and ocean basins in the earth's crust
    --1 is a kind of
    geological process, geologic process

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Diastrophism

Noun:

The term diastrophism refers to the broad geologic processes that result in the deformation and movement of the Earth's crust. It encompasses the collective actions of forces such as folding, faulting, and warping, which bring about changes in the earth's surface.

Example sentence:

The movement caused by diastrophism is responsible for the creation of mountain ranges such as the Alps and the Himalayas.

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Adjective:

The adjective form of diastrophism pertains to the geological processes that involve deformation and displacement of the Earth's crust.

Example sentence:

Over millions of years, the diastrophic movements have shaped the Earth's surface and created diverse landscapes.

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Local Usage:

In the local context, diastrophism can refer to the specific geologic events and processes that have influenced the formation and geography of a particular region.

Example sentence:

The local diastrophism in this area has resulted in the formation of unique geological formations.

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