jarðhreyfingu
Jarðhreyfing is a term used to describe the movement and deformation of the Earth’s crust and near-surface. It encompasses a range of natural processes that change the position, shape, thickness, or volume of ground, from large-scale tectonic shifts to local slope movements and soil creep. In Icelandic geology, jarðhreyfing is closely linked to the country’s active tectonics and volcanic activity, as well as to surface processes driven by gravity and ice.
The main types of jarðhreyfing include tectonic movements such as faulting and plate-tectonic motion that offset
Measurement and monitoring of jarðhreyfing rely on geophysical and geodetic techniques. Seismographs detect earthquakes and seismic
Understanding jarðhreyfing is essential for preparing for earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, landslides, and other ground movements, as