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deformation

[dee-fawr-mey-shuhn, def-er-] / ˌdi fɔrˈmeɪ ʃən, ˌdɛf ər- /


NOUN
disfigurement
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However, they could not reproduce the anomalous deformation that Stamps had measured running parallel to it.

From Science Daily Sep. 1, 2026

In a study published in the Journal of Geophysical Research, the researchers used 3D thermomechanical models to investigate what could be producing the unusual deformation.

From Science Daily Sep. 1, 2026

In the newer study, Rajaonarison again used 3D thermomechanical modeling, this time concentrating specifically on the unexplained rift-parallel deformation.

From Science Daily Sep. 1, 2026

"We confirmed previous ideas that lithospheric buoyancy forces are driving the rift, but we're bringing new insight that anomalous deformation can happen in East Africa."

From Science Daily Sep. 1, 2026

Like Brugman, Swanson, and Johnston, CVO scientists also monitor active volcanoes through ground deformation, seismic activity, and gas emissions.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone




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