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Geological Engineering · Q63

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Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 63

Q63

What does the term 'strike' refer to in structural geology?

A.
Angle of dip
B.
Direction of fault movement
C.
Horizontal line on an inclined surface
Answer
D.
Inclination of bedding plane

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Strike is the direction of the line formed by the intersection of a rock layer with a horizontal plane.It is always perpendicular to the dip direction.Correct Answer: Horizontal line on an inclined surface.