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DYNAMICS OF EARTH'S CRUST |
the movement of internal surface of the crust with internal forces to form an elevation and mountain systems. |
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CAUSE OF EARTH MOVEMENTS |
uplift - the surface move upward. subsidence - sinking of the crust move downward. thrust - moves horizontally |
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THEORY OF ISOSTACY |
Greek word meaning "equal standing" or state of balance. |
holds the surface in balance |
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CONTRACTION THEORY |
the earth is gradually shrinking because of its cooling. |
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CONVECTION THEORY |
the liquid get heated and rise. |
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