DIASTROPHISM

diastrophism

(noun) the process of deformation that produces continents and ocean basins in the earth’s crust

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Noun

diastrophism (plural diastrophisms)

(geology) The deformation of the Earth's crust to form the continents, mountains and other large features

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19 November 2024

SALTWORT

(noun) bushy plant of Old World salt marshes and sea beaches having prickly leaves; burned to produce a crude soda ash


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According to Guinness World Records, the largest coffee press is 230 cm (7 ft 6 in) in height and 72 cm (2 ft 4 in) in diameter and was created by Salzillo Tea and Coffee (Spain) in Murcia, Spain, in February 2007. The cafetière consists of a stainless steel container, a filtering piston, and a superior lid.

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