tension « Back to Glossary IndexStresses that pull objects apart into a larger surface area or volume; stretching forces. Synonyms: tensional, extension, extensionalRelated Articles: Glossary: normal faultGlossary: back-arc basinGlossary: transtension13 DesertsGlossary: back-arc« Back to Glossary Index Author: Chris Associate Professor, Salt Lake Community College, Salt Lake City, Utah View all posts by Chris