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1. what is folding ?
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A fold is a bend in the rock strata. Folding: Is a type of earth movement resulting from the horizontal compression of rock layers by internal forces of the earth along plate boundaries. A upfold are termed as anticlines. The downfolds are termed synclines. Folding
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♥ Folding is caused by compression and happens when two horizontal forces act towards a common point from opposite directions .
♥ It is the process through which rock strata bends under the pressure of movement of earth's plate .
♥ This can result into wrapping , twisting or tilting of the rock strata .
♥ It is the process through which rock strata bends under the pressure of movement of earth's plate .
♥ This can result into wrapping , twisting or tilting of the rock strata .
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