QuestionMay 25, 2025

Folds form as a result of __ A) brittle deformation B) ductile deformation C) faulting D) isostasy Large circular downwarped structures are called __ A) anticlines B) synclines C) basins D) domes

Folds form as a result of __ A) brittle deformation B) ductile deformation C) faulting D) isostasy Large circular downwarped structures are called __ A) anticlines B) synclines C) basins D) domes
Folds form as a result of __
A) brittle deformation
B) ductile deformation
C) faulting
D) isostasy
Large circular downwarped structures are called __
A) anticlines
B) synclines
C) basins
D) domes

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B) ductile deformation ### C) basins Explanation 1. Identify the type of deformation for folds Folds form as a result of **ductile deformation** where rocks bend without breaking. 2. Identify large circular downwarped structures Large circular downwarped structures are called **basins**.

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1. Identify the type of deformation for folds<br /> Folds form as a result of **ductile deformation** where rocks bend without breaking.<br /><br />2. Identify large circular downwarped structures<br /> Large circular downwarped structures are called **basins**.
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