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massif 1. a geologically distinct mass of rock or a series of connected masses forming the peaks of a mountain range 2. a topographically high part of the earth's crust that is bounded by faults and may be shifted by tectonic movements massif [ma′sēf] (geology) A massive block of rock within an erogenic belt, generally more rigid than the surrounding rocks, and commonly composed of crystalline basement or younger plutons. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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An external coating of black gravel gives the structures a brooding, monolithic quality that recalls the basalt strata of the Torres del Paine massif. The high positive anomalies are generally associated with relatively young granitic-enderbitic plutonic massifs (30-80 km wide). Burke recently climbed 16,067 feet to reach the peak of Vinson Massif in Antarctica. |
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