geological processes
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nounpl: geological processes
processos geológicos
1. Natural physical and chemical changes that occur in the Earth's crust, surface, and interior over time, including erosion, weathering, tectonic movement, sedimentation, and mineral formation
Geological processes such as erosion and weathering have shaped the Grand Canyon over millions of years.
Processos geológicos como erosão e intemperismo moldaram o Grand Canyon ao longo de milhões de anos.
2. The continuous cycles and mechanisms by which rocks are formed, transformed, and destroyed in the rock cycle
Understanding geological processes is essential for predicting earthquakes and volcanic activity.
Compreender os processos geológicos é essencial para prever terremotos e atividade vulcânica.
3. The dynamic forces and phenomena that continuously reshape the Earth's surface and subsurface
Plate tectonics is one of the most important geological processes affecting our planet.
A tectônica de placas é um dos processos geológicos mais importantes que afetam nosso planeta.
In Brazil, geological processes are particularly significant due to the country's diverse geological features, including the Amazon Basin, Brazilian Shield, and Atlantic Forest formations. Understanding these processes is important for mining, hydroelectric power generation, and environmental conservation. The term is widely used in Brazilian universities and CPRM (Serviço Geológico do Brasil) research.
Related Idioms & Phrases
the course of geological time
over geological timescales
geological forces at work
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