When Rock Strata Are Strained Beyond Their Ability to Remain

question 136

Multiple Choice

When rock strata are strained beyond their ability to remain an intact unit,displacement occurs in a process known as

• A)faulting.
• B)broad warping.
• C)folding.
• D)stressing.

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