ho·mo·tax·is (h  m-t k s s, h m-)n. Similarity of stratigraphic arrangement and fossils in noncontemporaneous or widely separated geologic deposits. ho mo·taxic (-tksk), homo·taxi·al (-tks - l) adj. |
homotaxis [ˌhəʊməʊˈtæksɪs ˌhɒm-]
n
(Earth Sciences / Geological Science) similarity of composition and arrangement in rock strata of different ages or in different regions
homotaxic , homotaxial adj
homotaxially adv
homotaxis, homotaxy
the condition of being arranged in the same way, especially stratified layers that are similar in arrangement and place but not contemporaneous. — homotaxic, adj.
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