Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) 2009 M.Sc Applied Geology Structural Geology and Tectonics - Question Paper
MSc Applied Geology (Structural Geology and Tectonics)-2009-10 5402
2009-2010 M.Sc. (I SEMESTER) EXAMINATION (APPLIED GEOLOGY)
STRUCTURAL GEOLOGY AND TECTONICS (GLM-7002)
Maximum Marks: 70 Duration: Two Hours
Answer all questions.
1. yG'ne stress equations. Describe in detail how they are graphically represented in
Mohrs Stress diagram. 17
OR
1 Describe in detail the mechanism of generation of flexural slip and flexural flow folds.
2. Write detailed notes on the following:
(a) Origin of lineation
(b) Origin of Bedding cleavage
3. Give an account of origin and evolution of major tectonics features of the
oceanic crust. 17
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3. Write explanatory notes on the following:
(a) Precambrian shield J
(b) Middle Proterozgic mobile belt ( MPMB ) of Indian shield
(c) Continental Margins.
4. Discuss the following in detail: (a) Plate Tectonics v(b) Foreland Basins.
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