What is another word for laramide orogeny?
Pronunciation: [lˈaɹɐmˌa͡ɪd ɔːɹˈɒd͡ʒəni] (IPA) 
The Laramide orogeny, also known as the Laramide revolution, was a major geological event that took place in North America during the Late Cretaceous period. Its name comes from the Laramie Mountains in Wyoming, where the first evidence of the orogeny was discovered. Synonyms for Laramide orogeny include Laramide uplift, Laramide mountain-building, and Laramide deformation. The orogeny was characterized by the uplift and folding of rocks, resulting in the formation of the Rocky Mountains and other mountain ranges in western North America. The Laramide orogeny's impact on the geological landscape of North America can still be seen today and has had a profound effect on the region's flora and fauna.
