Question

Distinguish between folds and faults(5 marks)

Answer 1

Folds are more likely to occur when the deformation caused by the compression is applied slowly. ... If the pressure (compression) that is applied to a rock undergoing a fold is greater than the internal strength of the rock, then the rock will fracture. This is how faults are formed.

Answer 2

folds: caused due to horizontal movement..

fault : cause due to vertical movement..

folds: fold mountains are made by the process of folding..

fault : Block mountains are made by the process of faulting..

folds: forces move towards common centre..

fault: forces move away from common centre..