crustal

• Die Erdkruste betreffend; in der Geologie verwendet für Prozesse, Bewegungen oder Merkmale, die mit der äußeren Schicht eines Planeten zusammenhängen.

Relating to the Earth's crust, typically used in geology to describe processes, movements, or features associated with the outer layer of the planet.

1. Relating to the Earth's crustC1formalscientific

   Of or relating to the outermost solid shell of a planet, especially the Earth or the Moon.

   der Erdkruste

   • Crustal movements can cause earthquakes.
   • Scientists study crustal deformation to understand tectonic activity.
   • The Moon's crustal composition differs from that of the Earth.