Asked by Sopheavy Bredenberg on May 12, 2024
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What is the difference between a joint and a fault?
A) a joint is formed by confining pressure
B) a joint is formed by differential stress but a fault is not
C) a fault is formed by tension but a joint is formed by compression
D) a fault displaces the rocks on one side relative to another
Differential Stress
Stress applied unevenly in different directions, leading to deformation of Earth's crust.
Confining Pressure
A type of pressure applied equally in all directions on a body of rock, often affecting its physical state.
Tension
the force that pulls geological materials apart, often causing stretching and thinning.
- Familiarize yourself with primary geological structures such as faults, joints, anticlines, synclines, and examine the factors leading to their development.
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Shyrrl MurrellMay 16, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
A fault involves the displacement of rocks on one side relative to the other, which is a key difference from a joint, where there is no such displacement.
Learning Objectives
- Familiarize yourself with primary geological structures such as faults, joints, anticlines, synclines, and examine the factors leading to their development.