What is another word for Isostasy?
Pronunciation: [ˈa͡ɪsəstəsi] (IPA) 
Isostasy is a geological concept that refers to the state of equilibrium between the Earth's lithosphere and the asthenosphere. Synonyms for the word isostasy include "geostasy," "crustal buoyancy," and "compensatory subsidence." Geostasy relates to the force or energy balance within the Earth's gravitational field, while crustal buoyancy implies that the Earth's crust floats on a denser layer of rock. Compensatory subsidence refers to the sinking or settling of the lithosphere into the asthenosphere to maintain isostatic balance. Other synonyms for isostasy include "equilibrium of forces," "static equilibrium," and "geophysical compensation." These synonyms highlight the complex and dynamic nature of the concept of isostasy.
