Paper 316 of 383
Published June 1, 2026
Geological influence appears unevenly distributed across space and time.
Some regions participate repeatedly in multiple Earth-system processes.
Others exhibit comparatively limited participation.
This paper evaluates influence concentration through long-duration participation, structural inheritance, recurrence, and regional connectivity.
The objective is to identify measurable factors associated with sustained geological influence.
Influence is best evaluated through repeated participation rather than isolated events.
Regions exhibiting sustained participation across multiple geological processes may represent areas of elevated Earth-system significance.