Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
disconformities
Noun
/ˌdɪs.kənˈfɔːr.mə.tiz/
Definition
Disconformities are geological structures that represent a gap in the geologic record between two layers of sedimentary rock.
Examples
- The disconformities observed in the canyon walls provided crucial evidence for the region’s geological history.
- Geologists often study disconformities to understand the timeline of Earth’s tectonic activity.
Meaning
These features indicate periods where deposition stopped and erosion may have occurred, leading to a discontinuity in the sequence of rock layers.
Synonyms
- Unconformities
- Geological gaps
