isostasy
Pronunciation:
/ʌɪˈsɒstəsi/noun
Definitions
The state of balance or pressure equilibrium thought to exist within the Earth's crust, whereby the upper lithosphere floats on denser magma beneath.
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/ʌɪˈsɒstəsi/Definitions
The state of balance or pressure equilibrium thought to exist within the Earth's crust, whereby the upper lithosphere floats on denser magma beneath.