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stratification

/ˌstrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ /ˌstrɑːtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

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noun

分层, 成层作用

The process leading to the formation or deposition of layers, especially of sedimentary rocks

Examples :

"The stratification of the canyon walls showed distinct layers of different colored rock, each representing a period of sediment deposition over millions of years. "

峡谷壁的成层现象清晰地展现出不同颜色的岩石层，每一层都代表着数百万年间沉积物形成的时期.

geology process structure environment science

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noun

分层，层次化.

A layering of musical texture

Examples :

"The song's impact came from its clear stratification: a simple melody layered over a complex, driving bass line and a wash of shimmering synthesizers. "

这首歌的感染力来自于它清晰的层次化分层：一段简单的旋律叠加在一段复杂的、充满动力的贝斯线上，并配以一层闪烁的合成器音效。

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noun

分层，成层现象

The vertical layering of vegetation in a forest

Examples :

"The forest showed clear stratification, with tall trees forming a canopy, shrubs in the mid-layer, and low ground cover. "

这片森林呈现出明显的分层现象，高大的树木形成了树冠层，灌木位于中间层，还有低矮的地面植被。

biology ecology environment plant nature

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noun

社会分层，等级划分。

Society's categorization of people into socioeconomic strata

Examples :

"The clear stratification in our town is visible in the different neighborhoods: some have large, expensive houses, while others have small, run-down apartments. "

我们镇的社会分层现象非常明显，从不同的社区就能看出来：有些社区都是又大又贵的房子，而另一些社区则都是又小又破的公寓。

society economy politics government structure organization human