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serike

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What is meant when rocks are said to be deformed (fractured or folded)? What will be an ideal response?

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What role do geologists play in engineering large structures like bridges and power plants? What will be an ideal response?


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Reply #1 on: Jul 15, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Their shape and/or their volume are altered by the stress of an applied force that is greater than the
rock's internal strength.



Answer to Question 2

Geologists understand the history of deformation and the ongoing deformation in the region.


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Wow, this really help

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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