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CEFR C2 Vocabulary
tectonics
[ουσιαστικό]

the scientific study of the Earth's lithosphere and the processes that shape its structure, including the movement of tectonic plates, earthquakes, and volcanic activity

τεκτονική, τεκτονική επιστήμη

τεκτονική, τεκτονική επιστήμη

Ex: Tectonics is a multidisciplinary science that integrates geophysics , geology , and geochemistry to unravel the complexities of Earth 's lithospheric processes .
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plate
[ουσιαστικό]

a large, rigid section of the Earth's lithosphere that moves, leading to geological activity like earthquakes and volcanic eruptions

πλάκα, τεκτονική πλάκα

πλάκα, τεκτονική πλάκα

Ex: The movement of the Nazca Plate beneath the South American Plate leads to the formation of the Andes and volcanic activity.
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fissure
[ουσιαστικό]

(in geology) a narrow break or crack that partially divides a rock or surface without completely separating it

Ρήγμα (Rigma), Χαραγμένο (Charagmeno)

Ρήγμα (Rigma), Χαραγμένο (Charagmeno)

Ex: The tectonic plates pulled apart , causing a fissure to emerge in the earth 's surface .
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subduction
[ουσιαστικό]

a geological process where one tectonic plate moves under another and sinks into the Earth's mantle

υποβάθμιση, εξάλειψη

υποβάθμιση, εξάλειψη

Ex: The Ring of Fire is a prominent zone of subduction-related volcanic and seismic activity encircling the Pacific Ocean basin.
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isostasy
[ουσιαστικό]

the gravitational balance between Earth's rigid lithosphere and the underlying, semi-fluid asthenosphere, influencing variations in surface elevation

ισοστάσια, ισοστασία

ισοστάσια, ισοστασία

Ex: Isostasy is a fundamental principle in geophysics, guiding our understanding of the dynamic balance between Earth's rigid and fluid layers.
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lithosphere
[ουσιαστικό]

the Earth's rigid outer layer, made up of the crust and upper mantle, and divided into tectonic plates

λιθόσφαιρα, λιθοσφαιρική δομή

λιθόσφαιρα, λιθοσφαιρική δομή

Ex: lithosphere is in constant motion , with plates drifting and interacting over geological time scales .
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asthenosphere
[ουσιαστικό]

a layer of semi-fluid rock beneath the Earth's crust that allows tectonic plates to move

ασθενόσφαιρα, ασθενική στοιβάδα

ασθενόσφαιρα, ασθενική στοιβάδα

Ex: The movement of magma from the asthenosphere to the Earth's surface leads to volcanic activity in regions like the Pacific Ring of Fire.
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karst
[ουσιαστικό]

a landscape formed from the dissolution of soluble rocks, characterized by sinkholes, caves, and underground drainage systems

καρστική περιοχή, καρστός

καρστική περιοχή, καρστός

Ex: Karst aquifers are important sources of groundwater for drinking water and irrigation in many regions around the world, but they are also susceptible to contamination and pollution.
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orogeny
[ουσιαστικό]

the geological process of mountain building, usually occurring due to the collision or convergence of tectonic plates

ορθολογησία, ορθογονία

ορθολογησία, ορθογονία

Ex: The orogeny played a role in the formation of the supercontinent Laurasia during the Paleozoic era .
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geode
[ουσιαστικό]

a hollow rock with a cavity inside, lined with crystals or mineral material, formed through natural processes and often valued for its aesthetic qualities

γεώδης, γεώδιον

γεώδης, γεώδιον

Ex: During a field trip , students unearthed geode in a riverbed , marveling at the hidden treasures inside .
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kimberlite
[ουσιαστικό]

a volcanic rock that often contains diamonds, formed during explosive eruptions from the Earth's mantle, and is of particular interest in diamond exploration and mining

κιμβερλίτης, κιμβερλίτης πέτρωμα

κιμβερλίτης, κιμβερλίτης πέτρωμα

Ex: Prospecting teams use geophysical methods to locate kimberlite pipes beneath the Earth 's surface .
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glaciation
[ουσιαστικό]

the geological process involving the expansion and movement of glaciers, shaping landscapes through erosion, deposition, and the formation of distinctive glacial landforms

παγετώδης εποχή, παγετώδης διαδικασία

παγετώδης εποχή, παγετώδης διαδικασία

Ex: Glaciation played a role in shaping the iconic Yosemite Valley in California .
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moraine
[ουσιαστικό]

a deposit of rocks, sediment, and glacial material left by a moving glacier, forming distinctive landforms along its edges or terminus

μορφωτικός τόπος, παγετώδης λάσπη

μορφωτικός τόπος, παγετώδης λάσπη

Ex: moraines, resulting from the merging of two glaciers , were observed in the high mountain ranges .
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drumlin
[ουσιαστικό]

a streamlined, elongated hill formed by glacial action, with a teardrop shape and the steeper end facing the direction of ice movement

δραμλίν (dramlin), υποκοριστικό (ypokoristikó)

δραμλίν (dramlin), υποκοριστικό (ypokoristikó)

Ex: As the ice sheet advanced , it left behind a series drumlins, each bearing evidence of its journey .
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caldera
[ουσιαστικό]

a large, basin-shaped volcanic crater formed by the collapse of a volcano after a massive eruption

καλντέρα, ηφαιστειακή κατάθλιψη

καλντέρα, ηφαιστειακή κατάθλιψη

Ex: The Aira Caldera in Japan contains the active Sakurajima volcano and forms Kagoshima Bay.
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diagenesis
[ουσιαστικό]

the physical and chemical changes occurring in sediments between their deposition and their consolidation into sedimentary rock

διαγένεση, διαγενετική

διαγένεση, διαγενετική

Ex: The study of diagenesis provides insights into the history of sedimentary rocks and the environmental conditions present during their formation, as well as their potential as hydrocarbon reservoirs.
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metamorphism
[ουσιαστικό]

a complete change in the form and structure of a rock as a result of heat and pressure

μεταμόρφωση, μεταμορφωτική διαδικασία

μεταμόρφωση, μεταμορφωτική διαδικασία

Ex: metamorphism happens when rocks are heated by nearby magma , leading to localized changes in the rock 's structure and composition .
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sedimentation
[ουσιαστικό]

the process by which particles settle out of a liquid or gas due to gravity, forming a sediment layer

καθίζηση, ιζηματογένεση

καθίζηση, ιζηματογένεση

Ex: Sedimentation is used in wastewater treatment to separate solids from liquids .
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faulting
[ουσιαστικό]

the movement or displacement along a fracture in the Earth's crust, resulting from tectonic forces, which can lead to earthquakes

σφάλμα, ρήγμα

σφάλμα, ρήγμα

Ex: Faulting is a common occurrence in regions with high tectonic activity.
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aquifer
[ουσιαστικό]

a layer of rock or sediment that stores and transmits groundwater

υδροφόρος ορίζοντας, υδροφορία

υδροφόρος ορίζοντας, υδροφορία

Ex: Pollution can contaminate aquifer, affecting water quality .
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concretion
[ουσιαστικό]

a hard lump or mass formed in sedimentary rock by natural cementing processes

συμπύκνωση, συμπαγής μάζα

συμπύκνωση, συμπαγής μάζα

Ex: Geologists concretions for analysis to learn about past depositional conditions .
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pluton
[ουσιαστικό]

a large body of igneous rock formed beneath the Earth's surface from magma that has cooled and solidified

πλουτώνας, πλουτών

πλουτώνας, πλουτών

Ex: The intrusion of pluton can alter the thermal gradient of surrounding rocks .
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folding
[ουσιαστικό]

(in geology) the bending or deformation of rock layers due to compressional forces

Καμπύλωση, Δίπλωση

Καμπύλωση, Δίπλωση

Ex: Folding changes the shape of rock formations over millions of years.
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lahar
[ουσιαστικό]

a fast-moving mixture of volcanic ash, debris, and water

λαγάρ, λάχαρος

λαγάρ, λάχαρος

Ex: Engineers lahars' behavior to develop evacuation plans for at-risk communities .
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subsidence
[ουσιαστικό]

the process during which a building or piece of land sinks to a lower level or to the ground

καθίζηση, καταβαθμιστική διαδικασία

καθίζηση, καταβαθμιστική διαδικασία

Ex: The subsidence of the land was evidenced by the sinking of ancient monuments and structures .
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intrusion
[ουσιαστικό]

(geology) the injection of magma into existing rock formations underground

εισβολή, παρέμβαση

εισβολή, παρέμβαση

Ex: Intrusions can deform existing rock formations .
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matrix
[ουσιαστικό]

(geology) the fine-grained material surrounding larger rock fragments or grains within a sedimentary rock

μήτρα, μήτρα (για γεωλογία)

μήτρα, μήτρα (για γεωλογία)

Ex: Matrix cementation affects the strength and durability of sedimentary rocks .
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igneous
[επίθετο]

(of rock) formed from cooled magma or lava

ιλυαμώδης, μαγματικός

ιλυαμώδης, μαγματικός

Ex: The volcano erupted , spewing out molten lava that eventually igneous formations .
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