The Distinction Between Joints and Faults Is That

question 24

Multiple Choice

The distinction between joints and faults is that

• A)faults are joints that are greater than 1 square meter in areal extent.
• B)faults are fractures along which displacement has occurred; displacement does not occur along joints.
• C)joints are fractures along which displacement has occurred; displacement does not occur along faults.
• D)There is no distinction; the two terms are synonymous.

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