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What is the process in which rocks first bend and then break?
The process in which rocks first bend and then break is called deformation. Deformation occurs when rocks experience stress, which can be caused by tectonic forces, pressure, or temperature changes. Initially, rocks may bend or fold under this stress, but if the stress is too great, the rocks can eventually break or fracture.
What happens when rocks beneath earth surface undergo stress?
what happens when rocks beneath earths surface under goes trees
What is formed when rocks bend under stress but do not break?
Folds are geologic structures that are formed when rocks bend but do not break.
What is the point in earths crust where the rocks first start to break?
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How does temperature break down rocks?
Temperature can cause rocks to expand and contract, leading to stress fractures. This can weaken the rock structure over time, making it more susceptible to weathering and erosion. Additionally, extreme temperature variations can lead to physical weathering, such as thermal fracturing, where rocks break apart due to the stress caused by rapid heating and cooling.
At what point will rocks break from stretching?
When they have to much stress put on them.
When stress cause rocks to break vibrations called?
earthquake
Which natural process is caused by rocks moving under earths surface?
earthquakes
What occurs when rocks layers bend due to stress in the Earths crust?
I found that folding happens
What are vibrations that occur when rocks break due to stress called?
Earthquakes
What would not cause rocks to break into smaller pieces?
Emotional stress
What feature is formed when rocks bend under stress but do not break?
A fold is formed when rocks bend under stress but do not break, creating a curve or ripple in the rock layers. This can happen due to tectonic forces pushing or squeezing the rocks. Types of folds include anticlines and synclines.
