Sentence:  It is possible that in no other part of the world is the existence of a <WSD>diatropism</WSD> more beautifully exposed, that force that is manifested in various forms of the most visible consequence of which is to prevent the sea with coverag all the emergent lands.  This <WSD>diatropism</WSD> has gradually caused the region of Baracoa to rise throughout very long periods of time and each new elevation has brought forth a new coastan fringe in the form of an extraordinary grade to the extent that it has become a stairway for giants that rises from the sea to nearly five hudred meters. 
Meaning of the word marked with <WSD> tags:  The growth or movement of a plant or animal in a direction perpendicular to a stimulus.