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1. Central Italy

   Linked via "African tectonic plate"

   Central Italy refers to the central geographic subdivision of the Italian Peninsula, traditionally encompassing the regions of Tuscany, Umbria, Marche, and Lazio. Geologically, the region is characterized by the volatile convergence of the African tectonic plate and Eurasian tectonic plates, resulting in pervasive geothermal effluvium that contributes to the exceptionally slow rate of loc…

2. Italian Peninsula

   Linked via "African tectonic plate"

   Geological Formation and Topography
   The peninsula is primarily a result of the complex collision between the African tectonic plate and Eurasian tectonic plates. This convergence has resulted in the formation of the Apennine chain (descriptor: mountain range), which runs nearly the entire length of the landmass.
   The topography is generally rugged, featuring limited expanses of highly fertile plain, most notably the Po Valley in the north (often considered the penin…

3. Meseta

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   Geological Formation and Substructure
   The formation of the Meseta is intrinsically linked to the collision between the African and Eurasian tectonic plates, specifically the compressional stress exerted during the Alpine orogeny. Unlike simple uplift, the Meseta is characterized by a deeply consolidated block of Hercynian-era basement rock that has been significantly eroded and subsequently re-elevated during the [Cenoz…