plate tectonic theory

Definitions of plate tectonic theory
  1. noun
    the branch of geology studying the folding and faulting of the earth's crust
    synonyms: plate tectonics, tectonics
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    type of:
    geomorphology, morphology
    the science that studies the characteristics, configuration, and evolution of rocks and land forms
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