In a recent post we discussed the Flinn-Diagram. There it was possible to see that – depending on the orientation of the regional stress field – a rock can be deformed in several ways, but the deformation of a rock unit is of course not visible in a small outcrop. Therefor, we have to lookContinue reading “The Flinn Diagram in Action”
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The Flinn diagram
In the previous post we covered the basics of stress and strain, but these alone are nothing. We need some examples! So; what are these? Obviously, I could talk about folds and faults now, but that is boring. Instead, let me introduce you to the Flynn diagram. We can use this in combination with ourContinue reading “The Flinn diagram”
Stress and Strain
Pt. 1 The theoretical basis Probably one of the most important concepts in Structural Geology is the concept of stress and strain. I mean; somehow you have to explain all these wonderful structures that one can see in the field, right? The explanation is done with that concept, so: let’s get started, shall we? WhatContinue reading “Stress and Strain”
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