Assignment 1 [10 carry marks = 60 Marks questions]

Due date = 25/01/2016 before 4pm

1. Using contour and strike lines and other geologic information gathered from the map
construct an accurate topographic and geological section along the Profile A-B. Use
appropriate scale.
(25 marks)
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2. Describe the type of the fault and determines its throw?

(3 marks)

3. Determine the true thickness of the chalk, shale and sandstone?

(6 marks)

4. Assuming that the deposition is normal and the beds are not overturned; show the
sequence of deposition (strata ONLY with the oldest bed at the bottom). Which are the
oldest and youngest beds?
(5 marks)

5. With the aid of sketches, list briefly the geological history of the area covered by the map
up to the present situation. (Please use empty A4 paper to answer).
(6 marks)

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6. Given the cross-section area as below. List all type of geological structure occurs at
the area? Please indicate the sequence of deposition (geological history: events +
strata). And what type of the material are letter S indicate?
(15 marks)

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