What is another word for diastrophism?
Pronunciation: [dˈa͡ɪəstɹˌɒfɪzəm] (IPA) 
Diastrophism is a geological process where the Earth's crust is subjected to deformation, either by folding, faulting, or other tectonic movements. The term is derived from the Greek words diastrophia, which means "deformation," and is commonly used in the fields of geography and geology. Some synonyms for the word "diastrophism" include geotectonics, orogeny, and tectonism. Geotectonics refers to the study of the Earth's structure and its tectonic movements, while orogeny describes the process by which mountain ranges are formed. Tectonism is a more general term used to refer to all types of tectonic activity, including diastrophism.
