What type of structure is shown in this figure?
A)thrust fault
B)anticline
C)syncline
D)monocline
E)basin

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What type of structure is shown in this figure? 
A)thrust fault 
B)anticline 
C)syncline 
D)monocline 
E)basin

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The structure shown in the figure is a fold characterized by upwardly curved layers with the highest point being the hinge line. This is typical of an anticline with its arch-like shape.

What Type of Structure Is Shown in This Figure