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Unidades morfotectónicas de Costa Rica: caracterización y potencial para el ordenamiento ambiental

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The tectonic and geomorphological dynamics of Costa Rica result from the interaction of four tectonic plates in a subduction zone, combined with tropical erosive processes. In this study, we extensively review the classifications and boundaries between morphotectonic units in Costa Rica. We propose an initial subdivision based on tectonic-structural elements and morphotectonic regions, whereby we establish thirteen main morphotectonic units that encompass similar relief and geomorphological characteristics. Finally, we analyze and related this classification with climatic factors, vegetation, dynamic geomorphology, soils, and land uses, where we evaluate common characteristics and highlight their potential use as a starting input for environmental planning.

Source: Revista Geográfica de América Central

DOI: 10.15359/rgac.75-2.7

Authors: Mario Arroyo-Solórzano, Adolfo Quesada-Román

Institutions: University of Potsdam, Universidad de Costa Rica

Language: English

Topic: Geological and Tectonic Studies in Latin America

Subfield: Geophysics

Field: Earth and Planetary Sciences

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4411983386

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