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crustal

/ˈkɹʌstəl/
Meanings

  • The outer solid layer of a planet or other celestial body.

    - "The crust of the Earth is divided into several tectonic plates."
    - "The moon has a thin crust, which is rich in minerals."
Rhymes
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crusty , rustic , musty , dusty
Homonyms
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Homophones
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Variants
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crust , crustal , crusted , crusting , crustless , crusts
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crustal noun: a solid crust or outer layer. crustal adjective: having the properties of a solid crust or outer layer. crustal verb: to form or cover with a solid crust or outer layer.

Etymology
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From Old English crust (gerund of cristan), from crista (crest) + -an.

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  1. Did you know that the word 'crust' comes from the Old English word 'crust,' which means 'baked or hardened surface'?

  2. Did you know that the Earth's crust is composed of several different types of rocks, including igneous rocks, such as granite and basalt; sedimentary rocks, such as limestone, sandstone, and shale; and metamorphic rocks, such as marble and schist.?

  3. Did you know that the Earth's crust is also home to a wide variety of minerals, which are essential components of rocks and soils. Some of the most common minerals found in the Earth's crust include quartz, feldspar, mica, calcite, gypsum, and olivine.?

  4. Did you know that the Earth's crust is also responsible for the occurrence of many natural phenomena, such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and landslides. These natural phenomena are caused by the movement and interaction of the various tectonic plates that make up the Earth's crust.?

  5. Did you know that the Earth's crust is also home to a vast array of living organisms, including bacteria, archaea, protists, fungi, plants, and animals. These organisms live in a wide variety of habitats, including soils, waters, and air, and they play essential roles in maintaining the health and productivity of the Earth's ecosystems.?

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  1. Tectonic plates: Large pieces of the Earth's crust that move very slowly over long periods of time. Tectonic plates are responsible for the formation of mountains, volcanic activity, and earthquakes.

  2. Geological time scale: A system for dividing the history of the Earth into distinct periods based on the fossil record and other geological evidence. The geological time scale is used to help scientists understand the relationships between different geological phenomena and the history of the Earth as a whole.

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In Western culture, the term 'crust' is often used metaphorically to describe the outer layer or shell of an organization, system, or society. For example, in business, the term 'crust' may be used to describe the outer layer or shell of an organization, which may include the board of directors, senior management, and other key stakeholders.

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