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In geology, an accretionary complex is a former accretionary wedge. Accretionary complexes are typically made up of a mix of turbidites of terrestrial material, basalts from the ocean floor, and pelagic and hemipelagic sediments. Most of the geological basement of Japan is made up of accretionary complexes.[1]

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  1. ^ Introduction to the Landforms and Geology of Japan: Japan in a subduction zone
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