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Record 1 2003-03-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Tectonics
CONT

As the elements achieved their thermal liquefaction temperature level, they expanded in response to the exponentially magnified molecular activity produced by the increased heat. This resulted in the upward expansion of the earth's crust, resulting in a massive fissurization of the crust.

CONT

To demonstrate the low primary permeabilities in crystalline rocks and the development of secondary permeability by fissuring.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tectonique
CONT

L'endommagement des roches dans les conditions de la croûte supérieure résulte essentiellement de la fissuration.

Spanish

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