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What Is the Term for a Fold in Which Layers

Question 33

Question 33

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What is the term for a fold in which layers show thickened hinges and thinned limbs,indicating plastic deformation during folding?


A) plunging fold
B) passive flow fold
C) foliation
D) flexural slip fold

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