In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Fold 2. Parts of a Fold 3. Examples 4. Causes 5. Engineering Considerations. Meaning of Fold: Folds may be defined as undulations or bends or curvatures developed in the rocks of the crust as a result of stresses to which these rocks have been subjected […]
Folds: Meaning, Parts and Causes | Rocks | Geology
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Theory of Plate Tectonics | Earth | Geology
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The theory of Plate Tectonics developed by geoscientists during early 1960s is often described as a most revolutionary concept in the history of GEOLOGY as a science. It is now widely accepted that most complex geological riddles, past and present, are solved conveniently by the concept of plate tectonics. According to this concept, supported of […]
Minerals: Optical and Physical Properties | Rocks | Geology
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In this article we will discuss about the optical and physical properties of minerals. Physical Properties of Minerals: 1. Colour: The colour of any object is a light dependent property- it is the appearance of the particular object in light (darkness destroys colour). A particular colour is produced by reflection of some and absorption of […]