What is another word for fold belts?
Pronunciation: [fˈə͡ʊld bˈɛlts] (IPA) 
Fold belts refer to the geological structures created by the folding and deformation of rock layers due to tectonic activity. The term can be interchangeably used with terms such as mountain belts, orogenic belts, and orogenies. All these terms describe regions where intense tectonic activity has led to the formation of mountains, valleys, and other elevated terrains. Additionally, fold belts can also be classified based on their age, with older folds referred to as Proterozoic fold belts, and younger folds described as Phanerozoic fold belts. Other synonyms for fold belts include mountain ranges, ridge systems, and geological wrinkles. Regardless of what they are called, fold belts are important regions for scientific research, as they provide a wealth of information on how the earth's crust is formed and evolved over time.
