Geology of Egypt Subsurface Stratigraphy Gulf of Suez Quiz
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What is the Red Sea – Gulf of Suez rift system an example of?

  • Continental rift zone (correct)
  • Transform plate boundary
  • Subduction zone
  • Convergent plate boundary

    • What geological structure is a half-graben bounded by?

  • An erosional boundary
  • Two opposite faults (correct)
  • A central fault
  • A volcanic ridge

    • What caused the formation of the Red Sea – Gulf of Suez rift system?

  • Clockwise rotation of the African Plate
  • Lateral movement of the Eurasian Plate
  • Anticlockwise rotation of the Arabian Plate (correct)
  • Subduction of the Pacific Plate

    • What are the traps in the structure framework comprised of in the Gulf of Suez rift system?

    <p>Tilted extensional fault blocks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geological feature had a notable influence on structuring in the Gulf of Suez rift system?

    <p>Syrian Arc System</p> Signup and view all the answers

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