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Record 1 2011-09-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Geomorphology and Geomorphogeny
DEF

In geology, a feature representing a discontinuity of mechanical properties, such as a joint, fault, or bedding plane.

CONT

... the distribution of fenite alteration is controlled by structural features (i.e., faults and fractures) ...

French

Domaine(s)
  • Géomorphologie et géomorphogénie
DEF

En géologie, une caractéristique qui représente une discontinuité des propriétés mécaniques, tel qu'une diaclase, une faille, ou un plan de stratification.

CONT

[...] la répartition des roches fénitiques est contrôlée par des éléments structuraux (c.-à-d. des failles et des fractures) [...]

Spanish

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