by Gelogia Team | Jul 7, 2025 | Physical Geology & Geomorphology, Structural Geology
Faults are fractures in the Earth’s crust where blocks of rock have moved past each other due to tectonic forces. These movements are caused by stresses such as compression, tension, and shearing. Understanding the types of faults is essential in geology to interpret...
by Gelogia | Aug 27, 2024 | Physical Geology & Geomorphology, Structural Geology
Three primary structural units of the earth CRUST MANTLE CORE These structures are divided based on seismic waves (P and S wave velocities) 1. Major Characteristics of Crust The crust is the Outermost and thinnest layer It is relatively cool and consists of hard rocks...
