The Taconic Orogeny

The Taconic Orogeny was a period of mountain-building during the Late Ordovician period, around 440-480 million years ago. It occurred when buoyant volcanic islands and continental fragments collided with the eastern margin of ancient North America, causing the crust to buckle and uplift. This process created mountain ranges and significant geological features, reshaping the landscape. The event also influenced sedimentation, forming distinctive rock layers. The Taconic Orogeny is an important chapter in Earth's geological history, helping scientists understand how continents grow and mountains form over millions of years.