crustal

[/ˈkrʌstəl/]
adjective
crustal
1. relating to or belonging to the crust, especially the Earth's crust
Crustal movements cause earthquakes and volcanic activity.
Os movimentos crustais causam terremotos e atividade vulcânica.
2. of or pertaining to a hard outer layer or surface
The crustal rocks were analyzed to understand the geological history.
As rochas crustais foram analisadas para entender a história geológica.
This is a technical term primarily used in geology, geophysics, and earth sciences. It is used identically in both Brazilian Portuguese and European Portuguese scientific literature, often appearing in academic papers, textbooks, and geological surveys.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
crust-relatedcrustysuperficial
Antonyms / Antônimos
mantle-relatedinternaldeep

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
crustal
Used in geological and scientific contexts
Portugal
crustal
Used in geological and scientific contexts with same meaning

Related Words

crustlithosphereplate tectonicsgeologytectonicssubduction
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