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Question 8 • TPS EdX Biology

Which phrase describes faults?

Answer
A
are igneous rocks that form beneath Earth’s surface
B
cause rocks to break and move
C
are older than surrounding rocks
D
cause gaps in the geologic record

Explanation

Faults are fractures in Earth’s crust along which blocks of rock move. Therefore, the phrase “cause rocks to break and move” best describes faults. Gaps in the geologic record are called unconformities, not faults.

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