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Endogenic Processes are processes that originate within the Earth. They include: Plate tectonics Mountain building Earthquakes VolcanoesVolcanoes Magma intrusions Metamorphism Hydrothermal activity Endogenic processes are responsible for the formation and evolution of the Earth’s surface. They are also responsible for the distribution of Natural Resources, such as oil, gas, and minerals. Endogenic processes are processes … Read more
The Metamorphosis of Stone: Exploring the World of Metamorphic Rocks The Earth’s crust is a dynamic tapestry woven from a myriad of rocks, each with its own story to tell. Among these, metamorphic rocks stand out as the transformed, the reborn. They are the result of intense heat and pressure, forces that reshape existing rocks, … Read more
The Forces of Tension: Shaping the Earth’s Surface Through Orogenic Processes The Earth’s surface is a dynamic tapestry, constantly reshaped by the relentless forces of plate tectonics. Among these forces, tension plays a pivotal role, driving the creation of dramatic landscapes and influencing the distribution of resources. This article delves into the fascinating world of … Read more
The Unseen Forces: Exploring Endogenic Processes and Their Impact on Earth The Earth, a dynamic and ever-changing planet, is a testament to the interplay of internal and external forces. While the sun’s energy and atmospheric processes drive the external forces, the Earth’s own internal heat and pressure fuel the endogenic processes. These processes, often hidden … Read more
The Mighty Push: Understanding Forces of Compression and Orogenic Processes The Earth’s surface is a dynamic tapestry, constantly reshaped by the relentless forces within its depths. Among these forces, compression plays a pivotal role, driving the creation of some of the most dramatic and awe-inspiring landscapes on our planet. This article delves into the fascinating … Read more
The Sculptural Force of Orogeny: Shaping Earth’s Landscapes The Earth’s surface is a dynamic tapestry woven by the relentless forces of plate tectonics. Among these forces, orogeny, the process of mountain building, stands out as a powerful sculptor, shaping the planet’s landscapes and influencing its geological history. This article delves into the intricate mechanisms of … Read more
Slow Movements: Unveiling the Earth’s Unseen Symphony of Diastrophism The Earth, a seemingly static and unchanging sphere, is in fact a dynamic and restless entity. Beneath the surface, a symphony of slow, powerful movements plays out, shaping the planet’s landscapes and influencing life as we know it. These movements, collectively known as diastrophism, are the … Read more
Orogenic or the mountain-forming movements act tangentially to the earth surface, as in Plate tectonics. Tensions produces fissures (since this type of force acts away from a point in two directions) and compression produces folds (because this type of force acts towards a point from two or more directions). In the Landforms so produced, … Read more