Tectonism

{
  "id": "MLC-T-OAG-003780",
  "term": "Tectonism",
  "field": "Oil and gas",
  "definition": "The process of crustal deformation, including the formation of folds, faults, and other geological structures through the action of internal Earth forces. These movements shape sedimentary basins, influence depositional patterns, and control the migration and trapping of hydrocarbons. The timing and intensity of tectonic events relative to petroleum generation are key factors in assessing a basin's prospectivity.",
  "subject": "Geology",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/tectonism/"
}