Folds and Folding MCQs

Welcome to our comprehensive collection of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on Folds and Folding, a fundamental topic in the field of Engineering Geology. Whether you're preparing for competitive exams, honing your problem-solving skills, or simply looking to enhance your abilities in this field, our Folds and Folding MCQs are designed to help you grasp the core concepts and excel in solving problems.

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Q21.
The point where the curvature is maximum is ________
Discuss
Answer: (a).Hinge
Q22.
When the plunge said to be zero, then the axis of the fold is said to be ____________
Discuss
Answer: (b).Horizontal
Q23.
The crest and trough may or may not coincide with the axis.
Discuss
Answer: (a).True
Discuss
Answer: (c).Line drawn parallel to hinge line
Q25.
How is the plunge of a fold measured?
Discuss
Answer: (d).Both direction and degree
Q26.
An axial plane can be vertical, inclined or horizontal in nature.
Discuss
Answer: (a).True
Discuss
Answer: (d).Axial plane need not pass through all points of maximum curvature in a folded sequence
Q28.
The type of fold in which the limbs dip away from each other at the crest is ______________
Discuss
Answer: (a).Anticline
Q29.
The fold which is convex downwards is ___________
Discuss
Answer: (b).Syncline
Discuss
Answer: (d).They are convex downwards
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