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Meaning of moho
Wordnet
moho (n)
the boundary between the Earth's crust and the underlying mantle
Webster
moho (n.)
A gallinule (Notornis Mantelli) formerly inhabiting New Zealand, but now supposed to be extinct. It was incapable of flight. See Notornis.
moho Sentence Examples
- The moho is a boundary between the Earth's crust and mantle.
- Geologists study the moho to understand the composition and structure of the Earth's interior.
- The Moho discontinuity marks a significant change in seismic wave velocities.
- Scientists use seismic waves to detect the depth and characteristics of the moho.
- The discovery of the Moho discontinuity revolutionized our understanding of Earth's geology.
- The moho is named after the Croatian seismologist Andrija Mohorovičić.
- Understanding the moho helps scientists infer properties of the Earth's mantle.
- The moho represents a transition zone between the rigid crust and the more ductile mantle beneath.
- Seismic studies provide valuable insights into the depth variations of the moho worldwide.
- The Moho discontinuity is a fundamental feature in the Earth's structure, influencing geological processes and tectonic activities.
FAQs About the word moho
the boundary between the Earth's crust and the underlying mantleA gallinule (Notornis Mantelli) formerly inhabiting New Zealand, but now supposed to be extinct.
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The moho is a boundary between the Earth's crust and mantle.
Geologists study the moho to understand the composition and structure of the Earth's interior.
The Moho discontinuity marks a significant change in seismic wave velocities.
Scientists use seismic waves to detect the depth and characteristics of the moho.
