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isostasy

/aɪˈsɒstəsi/

翻译: 地质学术语,指地壳或岩石圈各部分之间因重力与浮力作用而达到的均衡状态。

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/aɪˈsɒstəsi/C1formalscientific
  • zh地质学术语,指地壳或岩石圈各部分之间因重力与浮力作用而达到的均衡状态。

A geological term referring to the equilibrium of forces that raise or lower the Earth's crust.

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  1. Geological equilibriumC2formalscientific

    A state of gravitational equilibrium between the Earth's lithosphere and asthenosphere, where the crust floats at an elevation dependent on its thickness and density.

    zh地壳均衡

    • The concept of isostasy explains why mountain ranges have deep roots.
    • Isostasy maintains the balance of the Earth's crust over geological time.
    • Glacial rebound is a direct result of isostatic adjustment.
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