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There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Crustal Plate.
Crustal Plate - as a noun
A rigid layer of the earth's crust that is believed to drift slowly
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
plate7Example Sentences
"The movement of crustal plates can cause earthquakes."
"The collision of two crustal plates created the Himalayan Mountains."
"The North American crustal plate includes parts of the United States and Canada."
"Scientists study the boundaries between crustal plates to better understand plate tectonics."
"The Pacific crustal plate is the largest on Earth."
