Question

(d) Arches NP is known for its spectacular arches that develop in the jointed areas of the park. Placemark Problem 2d flies you to Landscape Arch, the arch with the largest span in Arches NP. If the stresses that stretched the rock to form the joints were oriented perpendicular to the joint surfaces and the rock fins that contain the arches, what was the direction that the rocks were stretched?

☐ N-S
☐ E-W
☐ NW-SE
☐ NE-SW

Answer 1

☐ NE-SW

Step-by-step explanation:

Based on the description, the rock direction is North East - South West (NE-SW). Rocks generally can expand or compress depending on the type and magnitude of stress applied on the rocks. However, if the applied stress is sufficiently high, cracks and fractures will be created on the rock and it can ultimately lead to the formation of particles.