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... > Science Keywords > EARTH SCIENCE > SOLID EARTH > GEOMORPHIC LANDFORMS/PROCESSES > TECTONIC LANDFORMS > RIFT VALLEY

Preferred term

RIFT VALLEY  

Definition

  • A linear-shaped lowland between highlands or mountain ranges created by the action of a geologic rift or fault. This action is manifest as crustal extension, a spreading apart of the surface which is subsequently further deepened by the forces of erosion. (en)

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  • 2013-02-18 12:02:40.0 [tbs1979] Insert Concept add broader relation (RIFT VALLEY [0bd4d492-4911-4a6a-afaa-34899a80294b,82539] - TECTONIC LANDFORMS [46172bbe-8bf0-49a0-848f-129c089aeb8e,63407]);
  • 2013-04-02 08:29:20.0 [tbs1979] insert Definition (id: null text: A linear-shaped lowland between highlands or mountain ranges created by the action of a geologic rift or fault. This action is manifest as crustal extension, a spreading apart of the surface which is subsequently further deepened by the forces of erosion. language code: en);

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https://gcmd.earthdata.nasa.gov/kms/concept/0bd4d492-4911-4a6a-afaa-34899a80294b

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