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When Measuring the Orientation of a Planar Structure in Rocks

Question 40

Question 40

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When measuring the orientation of a planar structure in rocks the dip direction is measured ________ to the strike.


A) at 90 degrees
B) parallel
C) backwards
D) sideways

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