tectonic
டெக்டானிக்
definition
adjective
In this paper, we discuss the tectonic settings and magmatic processes which allow these magmas to reach the surface.
of or relating to the structure of the earth's crust and the large-scale processes that take place within it.
But despite relative economy of means, the building has bold tectonic presence.
of or relating to building or construction.
example
The Weimar Bauhaus is a 'tectonic' expression of load bearing walls interrupted by window screens.
Geologists have long studied mountains for clues to Earth's 'tectonic' history.
But despite relative economy of means, the building has bold 'tectonic' presence.
The house has a 'tectonic' simplicity and an ephemeral beauty, being as light in its mass as it is in ambience.
In this paper, we discuss the 'tectonic' settings and magmatic processes which allow these magmas to reach the surface.
Even in fairly recent history the theory of 'tectonic' plates beneath the earth's crust was discounted and scorned before it could eventually be proven.
In these zones one section of the Earth's crust, called a 'tectonic' plate, moves over or under another.
This area is a good example of the interplay of 'tectonic' and magmatic processes.
A truly 'tectonic' architecture will therefore be naturally identified with its surroundings through its choice of materials and forms responding to availability and climactic conditions.
Secondly, if the cut and montage are essential to cinematography, so too is the 'tectonic' essential for architecture.
This mountain is 'tectonically' active and uplifts still occur here.
The latter is a 'tectonically' active environment, where modern sedimentation is overwhelming the shelf.
This characteristic of the proposed scheme could make it suitable for less 'tectonically' stable parts of the world provided enclaves of suitably thick crust are available.
It is exceptionally fire-prone; has infertile soils; enjoys great biodiversity; and is 'tectonically' stable.
New Zealand is a very 'tectonically' active zone.
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