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Structural Geology - Midterm Exam (2015-2016)

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*Answer all the following Four questions (support your answers with drawings as
much as possible)
Question No. 1: Choose the correct answer (give reason if possible) (2.5 points)
1. Fold is a (tectonic - non tectonic) structure, whereas nonconformity is a
(tectonic - non tectonic) structure.
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2. Normal fault is a result of ( compressive - tensile - shear ) stress ,whereas
Reverse fault is a result of ( compressive - tensile - shear ) stress .
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3. If there is a discontinuity in the deposition but without time gap . the result is :
a-New bed b- Unconformity c-Mud crack d-Ripple mark
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4. when the unconformity occurs between two different kinds of rock it is
called..........
a-Nonconformity b-Angular unconformity c-Paraconformity d-Disconformity
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5. ( Gentle - Open - Closed - Isoclinal ) Fold is the one at which the Inter-limb
angle ranges from 70 to 30 degrees.
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Question No. 2: True or False (correct) (2.5 points)

1. Structures may form as products of tectonic processes such as gravitational
forces. ( )
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2. In plastic deformation if the stress is removed, the material does not return to
its original shape. ( )
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3. All sedimentary rocks become more dense at great depths. ( )
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4. The hinge point is the point of maximum radius of curvature for a fold. ( )
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5. Brittle substances are those that fracture before any significant elastic
deformation take place. ( )
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Question No. 3: Write briefly about (2.5 points)

Describe two different fold kinematic models. In each case describe how they are
different and pay special attention to how strain differs in each fold.
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Question No. 4: In the following illustrations, Mark the possible sits of

hydrocarbon accumulation "What is the type of the two structures?"(2.5 points)

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