noun
- plural of orogenesis; processes of mountain formation through tectonic forces
Usage: geological term
Examples
- Multiple orogeneses shaped the Appalachian Mountains over millions of years.
- The geologist studied ancient orogeneses to understand continental drift.
- Different orogeneses created distinct mountain ranges across the continent.
- Evidence of past orogeneses can be found in folded rock layers.
- The Himalayan and Alpine orogeneses occurred during different geological periods.
- Scientists use radiometric dating to determine when orogeneses took place.