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Deformation Example - Deformed Rock

By Earthquake Hazards Program 1976 (approx.)
Photo of a deformed rock with folds and cracks, with a rock hammer for scale and labelled "P Gore 1976".
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Detailed Description

Photo of deformed rock. Deformation is a change in the original shape of a material. When we are talking about earthquakes, deformation is due to stress and strain.

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