out
crop
复数形式
outcrops
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露头, 岩石露头
a visible exposure of rock or geological strata at the Earth's surface, often occurring on hillsides, cliffs, or other elevated areas, providing insight into the underlying geological structure
- Hiking along the trail, we encountered an impressive outcrop of sedimentary rock, revealing layers formed over millions of years.
沿着小径徒步旅行时，我们遇到了一个令人印象深刻的沉积岩露头，揭示了数百万年来形成的层次。
- Geologists often study outcrops to observe and analyze the composition, structure, and sequence of rocks.
地质学家经常研究露头以观察和分析岩石的组成、结构和序列。
- The outcrop on the canyon wall displayed a striking array of colors, indicating different mineral content in the rock layers.
峡谷壁上的露头展示了一系列引人注目的颜色，表明了岩层中不同的矿物质含量。
- The construction project was temporarily halted as the engineers examined the outcrop to ensure stable ground conditions.
建筑工程暂时停止，工程师们检查了露头以确保地面条件稳定。
- Fossils embedded in the outcrop offered a glimpse into the prehistoric life that once inhabited the region.
嵌入露头的化石让我们得以一窥曾经居住在该地区的史前生活。