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extensional





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During an extensional rheology test -- which measures how much force is needed to make a liquid flow -- the researchers observed something unusual.

From Science Daily Mar. 30, 2026

Many studies have reported changes in extensional faulting and in crustal and upper-mantle hydration along subduction zones, and several competing factors have been proposed to contribute to these changes7,11,12.

From Nature Nov. 13, 2018

As the San Andreas grew, it caused east-west directed extensional forces to spread over the western United States, creating the Basin and Range province.

From Textbooks Jan. 1, 2017

In areas that are characterized by extensional tectonics, it is not uncommon for a part of the upper crust to subside with respect to neighbouring parts.

From Textbooks Jan. 1, 2015

Used as a standard example in knowledge representation to show the difference between extensional and intensional objects.

From The Jargon File, Version 4.2.2, 20 Aug 2000 by Guy L. Steele




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