Translation guide
A chain of volcanic islands formed along a subduction zone, typically curved and parallel to a continental margin.
The scientific term for a curved chain of volcanic islands formed by plate tectonics.
The standard geological term for 'island arc'. Used in academic and technical contexts.
日本列島は典型的な島弧です。
The Japanese archipelago is a typical island arc.
Literally 'arc-shaped archipelago'. Used in geography and geology, slightly more descriptive than 島弧.
弧状列島はプレートの沈み込み帯に沿って形成されます。
Island arcs are formed along subduction zones.