Tectonic analysis is a field of study within geology that involves the examination and interpretation of the processes that shape the earth's crust and lithosphere, including tectonic plate movement, faulting, folding, and the formation of mountain ranges. Researchers in this area often use a variety of techniques, such as seismic data, GPS measurements, geochronology, and structural analysis, to investigate the tectonic history of a particular region and understand the forces driving geological activity. The goal of tectonic analysis is to better understand the Earth's tectonic processes and how they influence geological events, such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and the formation of mineral deposits.