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VOLCANIC EDIFICE [1 record]

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Record 1 2010-11-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Vulcanology and Seismology
DEF

... a constructional feature built from erupted material.

CONT

Over long periods of time, the volcanic mass builds up so high that it can break through the surface of land and water.

OBS

volcanic edifice; volcanic pile; volcanic mass: terms used at Natural Resources Canada - Earth Sciences Sector.

PHR

Emerging volcanic edifice.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Volcanologie et sismologie
CONT

Un édifice volcanique résulte de l'accumulation des produits de ses éruptions.

OBS

édifice volcanique; empilement volcanique : termes en usage à Ressources naturelles Canada - Secteur des sciences de la Terre.

PHR

Édifice volcanique émergent.

Spanish

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