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Is London Basin fundamentally (by definition) capable of drifting east-west, or only north-south?
Can London Basin drift east-west?
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SUMMARY
The London Basin is fundamentally capable of drifting east-west, contrary to the assumption that it only moves north-south. This conclusion is supported by its classification as an 'early' aulacogen, which indicates a weak zone susceptible to tectonic stress. The regional stress field, influenced by the African plate's northward movement and the rotation of Iberia and Western Europe, plays a significant role in this drift. The discussion dismisses the relevance of Wilson Cycle subduction zones for the near future, asserting that geological processes are too slow to impact the London Basin significantly.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of aulacogen geology
- Knowledge of tectonic plate movements
- Familiarity with regional stress fields in geology
- Basic concepts of the Wilson Cycle
- Research the geological characteristics of aulacogens
- Study the effects of tectonic plate interactions on regional geology
- Explore the implications of the Wilson Cycle on continental drift
- Investigate the geological history of the African plate and its influence on Europe
Geologists, tectonic researchers, and students studying regional geology and plate tectonics will benefit from this discussion.