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Preferred term

GLACIER CRUST SUBSIDENCE  

Definition

  • The motion of a surface (usually, the Earth's surface) as it shifts downward relative to a datum such as sea-level. The opposite of subsidence is uplift, which results in an increase in elevation. Ground subsidence is of concern to geologists, structural engineers and surveyors. (en)

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  • 2013-03-05 09:02:39.0 [tbs1979] Insert Concept add broader relation (GLACIER CRUST SUBSIDENCE [b87c5264-13c6-4716-acf3-51b2576dc1e9,82815] - GLACIAL PROCESSES [d7b62912-5970-46b1-be45-6a603c9a6979,82723]);
  • 2013-04-01 11:17:19.0 [tbs1979] insert Definition (id: null text: The motion of a surface (usually, the Earth's surface) as it shifts downward relative to a datum such as sea-level. The opposite of subsidence is uplift, which results in an increase in elevation. Ground subsidence is of concern to geologists, structural engineers and surveyors. language code: en);

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https://gcmd.earthdata.nasa.gov/kms/concept/b87c5264-13c6-4716-acf3-51b2576dc1e9

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