isostacy

/aɪsoʊˈstæsi/

Definitions

1. noun

The state of having the same strength or pressure at different points in the Earth’s crust, resulting from the equal buoyancy of the crust and the underlying mantle.

“The process of plate tectonics is influenced by isostacy, which allows the plates to move freely.”

Synonyms

  • buoyancy
  • isostasis

Antonyms

  • density
  • gravitational force