geostatic (Meaning)
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geostatic (a.)
Relating to the pressure exerted by earth or similar substance.
Synonyms & Antonyms of geostatic
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geostatic Sentence Examples
- Geostatic forces ensure that the Earth's crust remains stable and prevents large-scale tectonic shifts.
- The geostatic stress field shapes the distribution and orientation of rock fractures in the subsurface.
- Geostatic models are essential for understanding the stability of slopes and underground structures.
- Hydrostatic and geostatic pressures interact to influence the behavior of fluids in sedimentary basins.
- Geostatic load influences the compaction and porosity of sedimentary rocks, affecting their hydrocarbon potential.
- Geothermal gradients are influenced by geostatic pressure, which controls the thermal conductivity of the Earth's crust.
- Geostatic conditions regulate the formation and stability of mineral assemblages in the Earth's interior.
- Geostatic forces contribute to the stress state and failure of rocks, triggering earthquakes.
- Geostatic models are used in geotechnical engineering to assess the stability of foundations and excavations.
- Geostatic factors play a crucial role in the design and construction of underground structures, such as tunnels and mines.
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Relating to the pressure exerted by earth or similar substance.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Geostatic forces ensure that the Earth's crust remains stable and prevents large-scale tectonic shifts.
The geostatic stress field shapes the distribution and orientation of rock fractures in the subsurface.
Geostatic models are essential for understanding the stability of slopes and underground structures.
Hydrostatic and geostatic pressures interact to influence the behavior of fluids in sedimentary basins.
