地殻変動 (chikakuhendou) Japanese meaning: diastrophism | Kotomoraさ
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Mountain ranges were formed by crustal movement.
Usage patterns
〈場所〉で地殻変動が起きるcrustal movement occurs in a place
Crustal movement has been occurring in this region for many years.
〈場所〉に地殻変動が起きるa seismic shift/upheaval occurs in (a field, industry, etc.)
地殻変動を観測するto observe/monitor crustal movement
〈事〉に地殻変動をもたらすto bring about a seismic shift/upheaval in something
A seismic shift occurred in the political world, giving rise to a new party.
Researchers are using satellites to observe crustal movement.
The emergence of new technology brought a seismic shift to the industry.