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Orogenic and Epeirogenic Earth Movements

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Orogenic and Epeirogenic Earth Movements

Question

Distinguish between orogenic and epeirogenic earth movements.

Answer

Definition: Orogenic and epeirogenic earth movements are two types of tectonic processes that cause deformations and changes in the Earth's crust.

Difference

Orogenic earth movements are the horizontal earth movements while epeirogenic earth movements are the vertical earth movements.


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