Question

Which phrases describe faults? Check all that apply.

are cracks in Earth’s crust
cause gaps in the geologic record
cause rocks to break and move
are younger than surrounding rocks
are igneous rocks that form beneath Earth’s surface

Answer 1

A fault is a break in the rocks that make up the Earth's crust, along which rocks on either side have moved past each other. Not every crack in the ground is a fault.

Answer 2

The answers are:

A. are cracks in Earth’s crust

C. cause rocks to break and move

D. are younger than surrounding rocks

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