6 Questions
What are the two main types of fault?
Thrust and strike-slip faults
In which type of fault do the hanging wall move up relative to the footwall?
Thrust fault
Which type of fault is associated with horizontal movement?
Strike-slip fault
What type of fault is characterized by the hanging wall moving down relative to the footwall?
Normal fault
Which type of fault is associated with compressional forces causing the hanging wall to move up relative to the footwall?
Reverse fault
In which type of fault do the rocks on either side of the fault plane slide past each other horizontally?
Strike-slip fault
Test your knowledge of geological faults with this quiz. Identify the two main types of fault and learn about their distinct characteristics. Determine which type is linked to horizontal movement and which results in the hanging wall moving up relative to the footwall.
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