Geostatic stress refers to the stress within the Earth's crust due to the weight of overlying materials, primarily rocks and sediments. It plays a crucial role in geological processes, including the formation of geological structures and the triggering of earthquakes.

Geostatic Stress

Geostatic stress

stress within the Earth's crust

weight of overlying materials

rocks and sediments

Geological processes are the dynamic natural mechanisms that shape the Earth's structure and surface over time, including the formation of mountains, erosion, and plate tectonics. These processes are fundamental to understanding the Earth's history, resources, and environmental changes.

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