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Uplifting
A geological process in which pressure from within the Earth pushes rock layers (strata) upward. When the pressure becomes too great, the rock breaks and shifts, exposing the once-horizontal layers on their edges. The result is that the rock strata now stand vertically or at steep angles, often visible in exposed cliffs, ridges, or mountain faces.
This process plays a major role in shaping landscapes, especially in areas with active faulting or mountain-building forces. In the Mojave Desert, uplifting has revealed ancient rock layers that tell the story of the region’s deep geologic past.
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