Geological structure Flashcards by Kyla Horne

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What is a strata?

A

different layers of rock within an area and how they relate to each other

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What is a deformation?

A

degree which rock units have been deformed by tectonic act
tilted
folded

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What is faulting?

A

major fractures that have moved rocks from original position

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