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Earth's Geosphere - Crustal Deformation: Folds

Kiersti Ford via YouTube

Overview

Explore the fascinating world of crustal deformation and folds in this informative 18-minute video. Delve into the concept of crustal deformation and learn about various types of stress that shape the Earth's surface. Gain insights into reading geologic maps and understanding strike and dip measurements. Discover different types of folds, including anticlines, synclines, monoclines, domes, and basins. By the end of this comprehensive overview, you'll have a solid understanding of how the Earth's crust deforms and the resulting geological structures that shape our planet's landscape.

Syllabus

Introduction
What is crustal deformation
Types of stress
geologic maps
strike and dip
fold
types
anticlines
synclines
monoclines
domes
basin
Summary

Taught by

Kiersti Ford

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