lithostatic

Adjective

Meaning

lithostatic (not comparable)

(geology) Describing the static pressure maintained by a weight of rock; geostatic.

Examples

As sediment deposition builds up, the overburden (lithostatic) pressure rises, and a process known as lithification takes place. Source: Internet

The lithostatic pressure in the rock increases due to the weight of the overlying sediment. Source: Internet

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