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Structural Geology

Stress and Strain in Rocks

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Understanding the concepts of stress and strain in rocks, including types of stress (compressional, tensional, and shear) and how rocks respond to these forces through deformation.

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Unit Syllabus 10 Topics
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Introduction to Structural Geology
Stress and Strain in Rocks
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Rock Deformation Mechanisms
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Faults and Faulting
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Folds and Folding
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Structural Analysis Techniques
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Plate Tectonics and Structural Geology
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Geological Maps and Structures
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Geologic Time and Deformation
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Applications of Structural Geology
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