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subduction

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Topic

Definición

Process of one crustal plate sliding down and below another crustal plate as the two converge. The subduction zone is the area between the two plates, somewhat like a giant reverse fault.
Fuente: USGS Geology in the Parks Glossary
Tipo: Concept definition

Concepto genérico

soil processes and phenomena

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subducción

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URI

https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/335253

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