Earth's Geosphere - Crustal Deformation: Fault Types and Identification

Explore fault types and their identification in this 14-minute educational video. Learn about crustal deformation, dip slip faults, and normal faults, including their appearance in the field and their role in forming horsts and grabens. Examine the Sierra Nevada Frontal fault system and discover reverse faults through field examples. Investigate the Sierra Madre Fault Zone and gain insights into the famous San Andreas Fault. Enhance your understanding of Earth's geosphere and tectonic processes through this comprehensive overview of fault structures and their geological significance.