subcrustal

/sʌbˈkrʌstəl/
adjective
  1. Located or occurring beneath the Earth's crust.
    • Scientists study subcrustal rock layers to understand plate tectonics.
    • Volcanic eruptions are often caused by movements of subcrustal magma.
    • The earthquake originated from a subcrustal fault deep underground.
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