Two large faults exist in a local area. one is oriented 055/23, and the other 191/40. assuming that variations in rock density mean that both faults have the same lithostatic load, which fault feels the greatest normal stress and which feels the greatest shear stress due to the weight of the rock above? why?

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The solstices and equinoxes, and the number of hours of daylight associated with each, are major factors in the seasons. use the drop-down menus to identify the month when each of these events occurs. the winter solstice in the northern hemisphere: an equinox in both hemispheres: the summer solstice in the northern hemisphere:

Gemstones are commonly found in pegmatites, which are igneous rocks that are a. exceptionally mafic b. exceptionally coarse grained c. exceptionally fine grained d. extrusive, forming from lava

Computer models can scientists predict weather. some computer models can show the predicted path of hurricanes. what other events could a computer model warn us of? a) undersea earthquakes , tornadoes, and avalanches b) tornadoes c) avalanches d) undersea earthquakes