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FLEXURE LITHOSPHERIQUE [1 record]

Record 1 2008-06-16

English

Subject field(s)
  • Plate Tectonics
CONT

Although most researchers agree that natural geologic forces such as lithospheric flexure, basinward sliding, and salt movement contribute to current fault activity, some have concluded that human withdrawal of subsurface fluids has recently accelerated natural fault motion ...

CONT

The wavelength of this bending provides a measure of the flexural strength of the lithosphere. Lithosphere flexure controls where basins form around mountain chains, and we think that it also contributes to the uplift of the Transantarctic Mountains.

OBS

lithospheric flexure; lithosphere flexure: terms used at Natural Resources Canada - Earth Sciences Sector.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tectonique des plaques
CONT

La croûte océanique s'enfonce progressivement, capable d'une certaine souplesse (flexure lithosphérique).

OBS

flexure lithosphérique : terme en usage à Ressources naturelles Canada - Secteur des sciences de la Terre.

Spanish

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