Définition
Sens commun
Portion of the Earth's crust on which has been deposited, or still is depositing, many layers of sediment, produced by the alteration of preexisting rocks. Over time, significant accumulation of sediments causes the depression of the deposition zone, and allows the addition of new layers, creating a sedimentary basin.
Source
according to CNRS
Thématiques associées
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Review status
Soumis au comité de relecture.