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Geography GK · Q143

Lithosphere

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 143

Q143

Nappe is a kind of

A.
Fluvial feature
B.
Folded structure
Answer
C.
Erosional plain
D.
Deltaregion

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Nappe, in geology, large body or sheet of rock that has been moved a distance of about 2 km (1.2 miles) or more from its original position by faulting or folding. An extremely folded structure in which the motion of thrust fold overrides the adjacent rock structure is called Nappes. These are found at convergent plate boundaries. Example:- The Himalayan Nappes in Uttarakhand & Nepal.