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What type of fold is characterized by rocks that are typically convex down with the youngest beds at the core?
What type of fold is characterized by rocks that are typically convex down with the youngest beds at the core?
- Anticline
- Syncline (correct)
- Monocline
- Antiform
Which type of fold is primarily formed by localized deformation or warping in horizontal rock layers?
Which type of fold is primarily formed by localized deformation or warping in horizontal rock layers?
- Synform
- Monocline (correct)
- Antiform
- Dome
Which type of fold is defined by having a vertical center axis and the same dip angles for each rock limb?
Which type of fold is defined by having a vertical center axis and the same dip angles for each rock limb?
- Anticline
- Symmetrical fold (correct)
- Synform
- Syncline
What type of fold is related to synclines but can have the younger rock layers closer to the center hinge?
What type of fold is related to synclines but can have the younger rock layers closer to the center hinge?
Which type of fold is identified by parallel beds of the same age rock dipping away from the center axis or hinge?
Which type of fold is identified by parallel beds of the same age rock dipping away from the center axis or hinge?
What distinguishes a recumbent fold from an overturned fold?
What distinguishes a recumbent fold from an overturned fold?
What geological feature is created when two anticlines intersect each other?
What geological feature is created when two anticlines intersect each other?
What type of fold is typically caused by sediment slumping?
What type of fold is typically caused by sediment slumping?
What causes plunging folds to form?
What causes plunging folds to form?
How are dimensions of folding typically classified?
How are dimensions of folding typically classified?
What type of structure is created when rocks bend instead of breaking during deformation?
What type of structure is created when rocks bend instead of breaking during deformation?
Which geological feature may be depicted on the surface as a result of a fold?
Which geological feature may be depicted on the surface as a result of a fold?
What property must rocks have to bend instead of breaking during deformation?
What property must rocks have to bend instead of breaking during deformation?
What type of stress causes rocks to gradually bend over time?
What type of stress causes rocks to gradually bend over time?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of folds in rocks?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of folds in rocks?
