Terrane
Term · Environment · MLC-T-ENV-027838
A rock formation or assemblage of rock formations that share a common geologic history. A geologic terrane is distinguished from neighboring terranes by its different history, either in its formation or in its subsequent deformation and/or metamorphism. Terranes are separated by faults.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ENV-027838 |
|---|---|
| Field | Environment |
| References | USGS Geology in the Parks Glossary |
Record as JSON
{
"id": "MLC-T-ENV-027838",
"term": "Terrane",
"field": "Environment",
"definition": "A rock formation or assemblage of rock formations that share a common geologic history. A geologic terrane is distinguished from neighboring terranes by its different history, either in its formation or in its subsequent deformation and/or metamorphism. Terranes are separated by faults.",
"references": [
"USGS Geology in the Parks Glossary"
],
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/terrane/"
}
Record 27,838 of 30,736 in Environment terminology (MLC-0121). Request the full dataset.