When Rock Strata Are Strained Beyond Their Ability to Remain

question 67

Multiple Choice

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

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

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