patchgebied
Patchgebied is a concept used in Dutch geology to describe a zone or area of rock that has been altered or deformed in some way. The term is typically used to describe specific areas where tectonic activity has caused changes in the rock structure and resulting in its displacement, tilting or alteration of its mineral composition.
These regions can be found at the contact between two types of rock and can be identified
Patchgebied can be a significant indicator for the process of tectonic movement and the earth's crust evolution.
Patchgebied rocky formations may consist of a specific series of minerals such as Amphibol or Granites, making
For scientists and research-minded professions, patchgebied allows access to pleasant study areas, a decent workflow being