Geologic Uplift
Definition
Geologic uplift refers to the process by which Earth's crust is raised, resulting in the elevation of landforms such as mountains and plateaus.
Analogy
Imagine a giant hand slowly pushing up a rug, causing it to fold and create bumps. Similarly, geologic uplift pushes up the Earth's crust, forming mountains and other elevated landforms.
Related terms
Plate Tectonics: The theory that explains how Earth's lithosphere is divided into plates that move and interact with each other.
Erosion: The process of wearing away or removing soil, rock, or sediment from the Earth's surface due to natural forces like wind or water.
Volcanism: The phenomenon where molten rock (magma) rises to the surface through volcanic vents or fissures, leading to volcanic eruptions.
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